Authentieke akte
Authentic deed
An authentic deed is an official document drawn up by a notary or other competent official that carries full evidentiary force in law.
An authentic deed is a document drawn up by a notary or another public official authorised for that purpose in the form prescribed by law. This document contains declarations or legal acts and enjoys special evidentiary force, as its authenticity is guaranteed by the official.
The significance of an authentic deed lies in the strong evidentiary function it serves in legal proceedings. Unlike a private deed, the contents of an authentic deed cannot be readily contested, thereby providing legal certainty to the parties.
In practice, authentic deeds are frequently used in real estate transactions, prenuptial agreements and wills, with the notary ensuring proper execution and registration.
“The purchase agreement for the house was embodied in a notarial deed executed before the notary.”
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