If you have been sanctioned by the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, what can happen to your notary commission?

When a notary public is sanctioned by the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, their notary commission may be revoked. This is because the integrity and ethical conduct of a notary are paramount to the role, and any sanctions imposed by the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission indicate a serious concern regarding the individual's professional behavior. Such sanctions can reflect negatively on the notary's ability to perform their duties impartially and lawfully.

In contrast, options such as automatic renewal or remaining unaffected do not account for the implications of a sanction. Being sanctioned suggests that there have been violations of conduct that could affect the trust placed in that individual as a public official. Therefore, the potential for revocation is a necessary measure to maintain the standards required for notaries and to protect the public interests.