Notary & Legal Documents
Affidavit
Affidavit
Plain-English answer: An affidavit is a written statement of facts that a person swears or affirms are true.
Why did I get Affidavit?
Courts, agencies, businesses and other parties use affidavits for many different purposes.
What do I do next?
Read the document carefully. Do not sign early if the notarial certificate requires you to sign or swear in front of the notary.
Does Affidavit need to be notarized?
Often yes, but the exact notarial act depends on the document and jurisdiction.
Where does it go?
Wherever the requesting court, agency or organization tells you to submit it.
Official sourcehttps://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=39284
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