Factors considered in disciplinary action

Factors considered in disciplinary action. When determining whether to deny an application or take disciplinary action against a notary public, the Secretary of State may consider a variety of factors including the following: A. Nature, number and severity of any acts, offenses, official misconduct, or crimes under consideration. B. Evidence pertaining to the honesty, credibility, truthfulness, and integrity of the applicant or notary public. C. Actual or potential monetary or other harm to the general public, group, individual or client. D. History of complaints received by the Secretary of State. E. Prior disciplinary record or warning from the Secretary of State. F. Evidence in mitigation. G. Evidence in aggravation. H. Occupational, vocational, or professional license disciplinary record. I. Evidence of rehabilitation, such as reference letters and proof of class attendance. J. Criminal record K. Reports from law enforcement agencies. L. Willfulness. M. Negligence.