§ 19-205. Proof of authority; prima facie evidence

MD State Govt Code § 19-205 (2019) (N/A)
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** IN EFFECT UNTIL OCTOBER 1, 2020 PER CHAPTER 407 OF 2019 **

If the signature, rank, and branch of service or subdivision of a branch of service of a commissioned officer appear on an instrument, document, or certificate:

(1)    no further proof of the authority of the officer to act is required; and

(2)    the action of the commissioned officer is prima facie evidence that the person making the oath or acknowledgment is covered by this subtitle.