Notary & Legal Documents
Jurat
Jurat Notarial Certificate
Plain-English answer: A jurat is a notarial certificate used when a signer signs or acknowledges a signature and swears or affirms that the statement is true, as required by the document and law.
Why did I get Jurat?
You may see it at the end of an affidavit or another sworn statement.
What do I do next?
Do not alter the certificate yourself unless you are authorized to do so. The notary performs the required oath/affirmation and certificate when proper.
Does Jurat need to be notarized?
Yes. A jurat is itself a type of notarial certificate.
Where does it go?
It stays attached to the document it notarizes.
Official sourcehttps://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=39284
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