2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 14: Records, Legal Notices and Oaths
Article 14: Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, 14-14-1 through 14-14-11
Section 14-14-3: Notarial acts in this state.
14-14-3. Notarial acts in this state.
A. A notarial act may be performed within this state by the following persons:
(1) a notary public of this state;
(2) a judge, clerk or deputy clerk of any court of this state; or
(3) a person authorized by the law of this state to administer oaths.
B. Notarial acts performed within this state under federal authority as provided in Section 5 [14-14-5 NMSA 1978] of the Uniform Law on Notarial Acts have the same effect as if performed by a notarial officer of this state.
C. The signature and title of a person performing a notarial act are prima facie evidence that the signature is genuine and that the person holds the designated title.
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