D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-2421

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 36, September 6, 2024

Rule 17-2421 - REFUSAL TO PERFORM NOTARIAL ACTS

2421.1

A notary public may refuse to perform a notarial act unless refusal is prohibited by a law other than this chapter.

2421.2

A notary public, other than a notary public acting pursuant to a commission from the federal government, may refuse to perform a notarial act if the notary is not satisfied that:

(a) The individual executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the record; or

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

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-2421

Final Rulemaking published at 69 DCR 12856 (10/21/2022); amended by Final Rulemaking published at 70 DCR14646 (11/3/2023)