Section 18-113 - Procedure in absence of notarial certificate. - Maryland Statutes

§ 18-113. Procedure in absence of notarial certificate.
 

(a)  In general.- If a document presented for notarization does not contain a notarial certificate reflecting the taking of an oath or acknowledgment, a notary may nevertheless witness the signing of the document in the notary's official capacity, in accordance with subsection (b) of this section. 

(b)  Witnessing requirements.- A notary acting as a witness in the notary's official capacity under subsection (a) of this section shall: 

(1) obtain satisfactory proof of the identity of the person signing the document; 

(2) observe the signing of the document; 

(3) date, sign, and seal or stamp the document; and 

(4) record the act in the notary's fair register. 
 

[1999, ch. 34, § 1.]