Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 194 § 194.245 — Authority to refuse to perform notarial act
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 194 ·
Oregon Code § 194.245·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Authority to refuse to perform notarial act.
(1) A notarial officer may refuse to perform a
notarial act if the officer is not satisfied that:
(a) The
individual executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the
record;
(b) The
individuals signature is knowingly and voluntarily made; or
(c) The
individual has provided sufficient information or identification credentials
necessary to confirm the identity of the individual.
(2) A notarial
officer may refuse to perform a notarial act unless refusal is prohibited by
law other than this chapter. [2013 c.219 §7]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 194.245
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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