(a) A notarial act performed in another state has the same effect under the laws of this State as if performed by a notarial officer of this State, if the act performed in the other state is performed by: (1) a notary public of that state; (2) a judge, clerk, or deputy clerk of a court of that state; or (3) any other individual authorized by the laws of that state to perform the notarial act. (b) The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act in another state are prima facie evidence that: (1) the signature is genuine; and (2) the individual holds the designated title. (c) The signature and title of a notarial officer listed in subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section conclusively establish the authority of the notarial officer to perform the notarial act.
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