Who is a Latin notary

In civil law jurisdictions, the notary:

1) is a lawyer;

2) is also a "public officer" who performs public functions;

3) is a specialized lawyer who draws "authentic deeds";

4)  is a professional who is compelled to keep the original deeds in legal custody, as a public records office;

5)  is  a multi-party counselor,  with  a specific, traditional "anti-trial" role.