Affidavit

An affidavit is a legal document in which a person makes a sworn statement of facts based on their personal knowledge. The statement is made under oath or affirmation before a notary public or other authorized official, and the affiant (the person making the statement) is subject to penalties for perjury if the statement is false. Affidavits are commonly used in legal proceedings to provide evidence or support for a party’s position, such as in support of a motion for summary judgment or a request for a temporary restraining order. They can also be used to authenticate documents or to provide testimony from witnesses who are unavailable to testify in person. The purpose of an affidavit is to provide a reliable and admissible form of evidence that can be considered by the court in making its decision. Affidavits are typically signed and notarized, and they must be based on the affiant’s personal knowledge rather than hearsay or speculation.