A commissioner of deeds has the same authority as a notary public to take acknowledgments and proofs of written instruments, to administer oaths, and to take depositions to be used or recorded in this state.
Tex. Gov't Code § 406.055
AUTHORITY
Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 147, Sec. 1, eff
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