What is the exception to the requirement of documenting the date of a notarial act?

The requirement to document the date of a notarial act generally exists to ensure that there is a clear record of when the notarization took place. However, there is a specific exception for deeds and other instruments related to real property. This exception exists because real estate documents often have their own recording dates established through the local recording office. As a result, the date of the notarization may not need to be recorded, as other legal processes and documentation related to the sale or transfer of the property provide sufficient context for that transaction.

This exception helps streamline certain processes associated with real estate transactions, allowing parties to focus on relevant documentation without duplicating information already captured in the public record. Other options pertain to different types of documents, which do not have such specific requirements or exceptions regarding the documentation of dates, thus reinforcing the significance of the real property exception.