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Notaries are legal professionals who authenticate and attest documents, witness signatures, and administer oaths. The exact role and powers of notaries vary by jurisdiction, but the term generally covers civil-law notaries as well as notaries public in common-law countries. Notarial acts are intended to carry evidentiary weight in legal proceedings.
In civil-law systems, notaries are public officers with broad responsibilities. They draft, certify, and preserve contracts,
In common-law jurisdictions, notaries public perform a narrower set of functions. They primarily witness signatures, administer
Qualifications and appointments vary by jurisdiction but commonly include completion of a legal education or professional
Notarial acts provide formal assurance in commercial and legal transactions, help prevent fraud, and facilitate cross-border