(a) A notarial act may be performed in the State by: (1) a notary public of the State; (2) a judge, clerk, or deputy clerk of a court of the State; or (3) a magistrate appointed by a court of the State. (b) The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act in the 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) of this section conclusively establish the authority of the notarial officer to perform the notarial act. (d) A judge of the court of the State or a magistrate appointed by a court of the State may not charge a fee to perform a notarial act.
Maryland Legal Code