§18–212.

    (a)    A notarial act performed under federal law has the same effect under the laws of this State as if performed by a notarial officer of this State, if the act performed under federal law is performed by:

        (1)    a notary public of a court;

        (2)    an individual in military service or performing duties under the authority of military service who is authorized to perform notarial acts under federal law;

        (3)    an individual designated a notarizing officer by the U.S. Department of State for performing notarial acts overseas; or

        (4)    any other individual authorized by federal law to perform the notarial act.

    (b)    The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act under federal law 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), (2), or (3) of this section conclusively establish the authority of the notarial officer to perform the notarial act.