(a) A notary public who is not an attorney who advertises the services of a notary public in a language other than English, whether by radio, television, signs, pamphlets, newspapers, or other written communication, with the exception of a single desk plaque, shall post or otherwise include with the advertisement a notice in English and the language in which the advertisement appears. This notice must be of a conspicuous size, if in writing, and must state: "I AM NOT AN ATTORNEY LICENSED TO PRACTICE LAW IN MINNESOTA AND MAY NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE OR ACCEPT FEES FOR LEGAL ADVICE." If the advertisement is by radio or television, the statement may be modified but must include substantially the same message.
(b) A notary public who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor.
1996 c 401 s 2
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 357 - 359 — Court And Filing Fees; Attestations
Section 359.03 — Stamp; Register.
Section 359.061 — Record Of Commission.
Section 359.062 — Notice; Languages Other Than English.
Section 359.07 — Notary In Detached County.
Section 359.071 — Change Of Name Or Address.
Section 359.085 — Standards Of Conduct For Notarial Acts.