The Montana Surat or Certificate of Authorized Officer is a legal document that verifies the proper execution of an affidavit by a blind affine in the state of Montana. A Surat serves as a certification by a notary public or other authorized officer that the blind affine understood the contents of the affidavit and swore to its truthfulness. In Montana, there are a few different types of Surat or Certificate of Authorized Officer that can be used when dealing with a blind affine. These include: 1. Standard Montana Surat: This is the most common form of Surat used in the state. It includes the date, affine's name, and signature, followed by a statement confirming that the affine appeared personally before the notary or authorized officer and acknowledged the execution of the affidavit. 2. Montana Surat for Blind Affronts: This type of Surat is specifically designed for blind individuals who are unable to read the document themselves. It includes additional elements such as an affirmation by the blind affine that they have been informed of the contents of the affidavit and an acknowledgment that they are signing the document willingly and voluntarily. 3. Certificate of Authorized Officer: In certain cases, other authorized officers besides notaries public can also execute Rats in Montana. They may include court clerks, judges, or other public officials specifically empowered by law. The Certificate of Authorized Officer follows a similar format as the standard Surat, but it includes the name and title of the authorized officer who executed the Surat. In all instances, the Montana Surat or Certificate of Authorized Officer serves to authenticate the affidavit signed by a blind affine, ensuring that the affidavit was made voluntarily and in compliance with the state's legal requirements. It provides an additional level of certainty and credibility to legal documents involving blind individuals.