2025 Session
Last amended: 2018 session
§ 358.60 — Notarial Act in This State
Plain-Language Summary
Notarial acts in Minnesota may be performed by a notary public, a judge, or a court clerk.
358.60 NOTARIAL ACT IN THIS STATE.
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Subdivision 1.Authorized persons.
A notarial act may be performed in this state by:
(1) a notary public of this state;
(2) a judge, clerk, or deputy clerk of a court of this state; or
(3) any other individual authorized to perform the specific act by the law of this state. §
Subd. 2.Significance of signature and title.
The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act in this state are prima facie evidence that the signature is genuine and that the individual holds the designated title. §
Subd. 3.Authority of officer established.
The signature and title of a notarial officer described in subdivision 1, clause (1) or (2), conclusively establish the authority of the officer to perform the notarial act.
History:
History: History:
2018 c 176 art 1 s 10
Practical Notes
The signature and title of the person performing the act are presumed genuine.