Is a notary allowed to perform a notarial act while failing to comply with a suspension term?

A notary is not permitted to perform any notarial act while under a suspension. This is because a suspension indicates that the notary’s authority has been temporarily revoked due to misconduct or failure to comply with specific legal requirements. Continuing to perform notarial acts in such a situation would infringe upon the legal standards that govern notarial practice and could expose the notary to further penalties or legal actions.

Complying with the terms of a suspension is essential to maintain the integrity of the notarial process and ensure that the public trusts the actions of notaries. This prohibition serves to protect the validity of notarial acts and the interests of the public by ensuring that notaries are held to the legal and ethical standards required for their role.