APPLICATION OF SANCTIONS AGAIN ST NOT ARIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE CODE OF ETHICS RELATED TO UNFAIR COMPETITION

Abstract

In carrying out their duties, notaries are required to work professionally and adhere to
the Notary Code of Ethics as stipulated in Law Number 2 of 2014, which amended Law
Number 30 of 2004 concerning the Notary Public (UUJN). The purpose of a notary is
to provide legal services to the public, particularly in the deed-making process. With
the increasing demand for legal services, the need for notary services is also increasing.
Unhealthy competition among notaries can arise in various forms and ways. Like the
UUJN, the Notary Code of Ethics also does not provide a clear explanation of the forms
and methods of competition among notaries that can trigger such unhealthy
competition. Through several articles in the code of ethics, it is clear how the forms
and methods of competition between notaries can lead to unhealthy business practices,
when analyzed based on the Notary Code of Ethics. In general, unhealthy practices
among notaries arise when individuals violate the Notary Law (UUJN) and the Code
of Ethics, such as setting lower fees than necessary, promoting themselves through
various media, or issuing deeds outside their designated work area. Ultimately, these
actions by notaries can create monopolies, violate professional norms, and potentially
harm clients.