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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act if:
(i) The officer is not satisfied that the principal executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the record;
(ii) The officer is not satisfied that the principal's signature is knowingly and voluntarily made;
(iii) The officer is not satisfied with, or does not know how to operate, the electronic notarization system or other form of communication technology chosen by the principal or other person.
(b) A notarial officer shall refuse a request that would require the officer to use an electronic notarization system or other form of communication technology that does not meet the requirements of this act.
(c) A notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act unless refusal is prohibited by law other than this act.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Wyoming Statutes Title 32. Notaries Public § 32-3-112. Authority to refuse to perform notarial acts - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wy/title-32-notaries-public/wy-st-sect-32-3-112/
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