The Absentee Affidavit is to be completed if an applicant is unable to appear personally before the County Clerk to apply for a marriage license. Affidavit. THE STATE OF TEXAS.COUNTY OF. (county where statement is being notarized). How do I fill out and turn in a General Affidavit? For notaries commissioned or recommissioned on and after January 1, 2016, the seal must also contain the notary public's Secretary of State ID number. Complete the notarization properly. A sample of a completed affidavit is found below. A properly completed, notarized general affidavit form can be useful in legal proceedings. Here's how to make sure your affidavit is valid in Texas. My name is___________________________________________.