Subd. 1. Specific grounds.

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

1. (1) the individual executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the record; or
2. (2) the individual's signature is knowingly and voluntarily made.

Subd. 2. General limitation.

A notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act unless refusal is prohibited by law other than sections 358.51 to 358.76.