A notary should refuse to notarize any document if the signer appears to be under the influence, as they may not be acting with full awareness and intent.
The primary ethical duty of a notary is to remain impartial, ensuring that notarizations are conducted fairly and without bias.
A notary must only notarize when the signer is physically present, except in cases where remote online notarization is legally permitted and the appropriate technology and procedures are used.
A notary should refuse to notarize any document if they have doubts about its validity or if the signer appears to be acting under duress or without full understanding.
A notary must refuse to notarize any document in which they have a financial or beneficial interest to maintain impartiality.
