Legal Literacy - This article discusses the vital role of notaries in civil law, focusing on the creation and legal force of notary cover notes in court. It explains the authority of notaries in making authentic deeds, the role of cover notes in credit transactions, and the legal implications arising from the issuance of cover notes. Reinforced by jurisprudence and related regulations, this article provides an in-depth analysis of how cover notes are valued as evidence in court even though they are not authentic deeds.

Introduction

Notaries have a very important role in the field of civil law. Notaries are positioned as public officials who have the authority to form authentic deeds regarding all actions, agreements and stipulations stipulated by law.
An authentic deed is a deed whose creation and regulation have been determined based on the Notary Office Law and Article 1868 of the Civil Code.

Legal Basis and Authority of Notaries in Making Deeds

A notary is a state official who is able to provide guarantees of certainty, order and legal protection needed regarding circumstances, events or legal actions. According to Article 15 paragraph (1) of the Notary Office Law (UUJN) No. 2 of 2014, a notary is authorized to make authentic deeds regarding all actions, agreements and requirements required by statutory regulations and/or desired by those concerned to be stated…