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FAQ Arizona Small Estate Affidavit

What is an affidavit?  An affidavit is a statement of a person made under oath attesting that the contents of the statement are, to the best of the signing party's knowledge, true.

When are affidavits used?  Affidavits are used in almost every conceivable situation, from proving a will to taking a witness to an accident's statement regarding what he or she saw.

Who must sign an affidavit form?  The party making the statement must of course sign the statement under oath.  It is also signed by a notary or some other judicial officer that can administer oaths, to the effect that the person signing the affidavit was under oath when doing so.

How are affidavits used?  These documents carry great weight in Courts to the extent that judges frequently accept an affidavit instead of the testimony of the witness.

Tips for Preparing Arizona Affidavit Forms

  1. Stick to the primary idea. Affiants require certain details but often end up contradicting the applicant’s sworn document. It is easy to find yourself spending much more time planning Arizona Affidavit Forms and getting a lower quality record. To avoid this situation, adhere to the main concept behind your affidavit form.
  2. Write in the first person. You're responsible for the statement of the affidavit letter, so write only in the first person and utilize an active voice. Show your full name and also the complete names of everyone engaged. Be aware that any confusion is a drawback you need to get rid of.
  3. Be consistent while planning Arizona Affidavit Forms. Draft a plan to list all events chronologically. If you can recall the day and time of the events, put them in too. Reread your letter and make sure that everything is crystal clear.
  4. List the facts you are certain about. Affidavits must only consist of related info. Don't rush to get any conclusions. Rather, explain the situation as you saw it, list the things you observed, and confirm the details with proof, if you can.
  5. Sign and notarize it. It's a legal document, in order to enforce your sworn statement, you have to sign it. Notarization is mandatory too. Visit a notary in person, ask them to look at the form and validate your identity. Then, sign documents and notarize them at the same time.