Notarial acts in the District

(a) A notarial act may be performed within the District by the following persons to the extent authorized by law: (1) A notary public of the District; (2) A judge, clerk, or deputy clerk of any court of the District; or (3) Any other person authorized to perform the specific act. (b) Notarial acts performed within the District under federal authority as provided in § 42-145 shall have the same effect as if performed by a notarial officer of the District. (c) The signature and title of a person performing a notarial act are prima facie evidence that the signature is genuine and that the person holds the designated title.