General Affidavit - free legal template
This template is for a General Affidavit, a sworn statement of facts made by an individual under oath or affirmation. It includes sections for the affiant's personal details, the purpose of the affidavit, background information, and a numbered list for the specific facts being affirmed. The document concludes with a signature block for the affiant and a Notary Acknowledgment section.
GENERAL AFFIDAVIT
I, [affiant name], residing at [affiant address], do hereby depose and state as follows:
Introduction
I am of legal age and competent to make this affidavit.
The purpose of this affidavit is to [affidavit purpose].
e.g. The purpose of this affidavit is to confirm my identity and residency for the purpose of applying for a government-issued identification card.
Background Information
I have personal knowledge of the facts and matters stated herein.
The following facts are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
Affirmation of Facts
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
(Start listing the facts and details relevant to your case or purpose. Use numbered paragraphs for clarity).
Conclusion
I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I understand that any false statements made in this affidavit may subject me to legal penalties.
Signature
_____________________________ | _____________________________ |
Notary Acknowledgment [omit if not required]
Subscribed and sworn to before me, a Notary Public, on this _________________ [date].
_____________________________ | _____________________________ |
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