This research guide includes information and resources on some of the most common affidavits and declarations related to civil law. Both affidavits and.This research guide includes information and resources on some of the most common affidavits and declarations related to family law. General Affidavits are written statements of fact used to support your case or verify facts that are sworn to be true in front of a notary public. In this lesson, you will learn what an affidavit is and how to format one. You'll also review a sample template that can be used to construct an affidavit. Dear Custodial Parent,. Enclosed is a legal document called an "Affidavit of Direct Payments.