Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 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. 1. The individual executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the record.
2. 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.