An Affidavit is a sworn statement which must be signed in front of a notary public. An Affidavit is a sworn statement made before a notary public which explains to the court why your request should be granted.An affidavit is a written statement confirmed under oath, that is, the maker of the affidavit goes to see a person entitled to administer oaths. Effective January 1, 2024, notarized affidavits are no longer required for most sworn statements submitted in New York state court. As of January 1, 2024, New York CPLR Rule 2106 is amended to permit that an affirmed statement can be used in a New York action instead of an affidavit. An affidavit is a sworn statement of fact that can be used in a variety of legal proceedings, from bankruptcy cases to family and civil litigation matters. In addition to submitting facts to the court, an affidavit is also used to submit documentary evidence and to "verify" other documents. Please note – in all events, both an Affidavit and unsworn Declaration must be based on the personal knowledge of the person signing. An affidavit is a sworn statement that is documented in writing. Affidavits are usually utilized in court proceedings or in negotiations.
