A.R.S. § 41-256: Authority to refuse to perform notarial acts

A. A notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act if the notarial officer is not satisfied that either:

1. The individual executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the record.

2. The individual's signature is knowingly and voluntarily made.

B. A notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act unless refusal is prohibited by any law other than this article.