(a) 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. (b) 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. (c) The signature and title of a notarial officer described in subdivision (1) or (2), subsection (a) of this section, conclusively establish the authority of the officer to perform the notarial act.
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