The notary who carries out the checks provided for in the last paragraph of Article L. 229-2 and in the second paragraph of Article L. 229-3 may not have acted as an agent, drawn up private deeds or given legal advice in connection with the transaction for which the audit is carried out. Nor may he work for a company or an office that has executed instruments, drafted private deeds or provided legal advice in connection with this transaction.
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