53-5a08. Authority to refuse to perform notarial act. (a) A notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act if the officer is not satisfied that the:

(1) Individual executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the record; or

(2) individual's signature is knowingly and voluntarily made.

(b) A notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act unless refusal is prohibited by the law of this state or by federal law.

(c) This section shall take effect on and after January 1, 2022.

History: L. 2021, ch. 64, § 8; July 1.