LEGAL STATUS OF A NOTARY IN THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN

Abstract

The article is devoted to the study of the issues of determining the legal status of a notary in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The concept of "notary" is considered, its types fixed in the legislation are defined, specific features that distinguish notaries from representatives of other professions are highlighted. By analyzing the current legislation, it was possible to give an expanded definition of the concepts of "notary", "state notary", "private notary". The conclusion is substantiated that the institute of the notary in the mechanism of protection of human and civil rights and freedoms is a state-legal institution, and notarial activity has a dualistic character of a combination of public-legal and private-legal principles.
Recommendations are formulated regarding a clearer division existing in the notary profession - into public and private. There is also legislative uncertainty regarding the institution of legal responsibility of the notary, in this regard, there is a need to provide a clear list of offenses for which the notary should be responsible.