Affidavit
Affidavit
A written statement of facts voluntarily made by an affiant under an oath or affirmation administered by a person authorized to do so by law.
The Oath or Affirmation
Unless otherwise provided by statute, an oath is essential to an affidavit. The statement of the affiant does not become an affidavit unless the proper official administers the oath.
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