Does an affidavit under civil code 3198 need to be notarized or witnessed?

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Does an Affidavit document regarding civil code 3198 need to be witnessed or notorised?

  • Category: Affidavits
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  • State: California

Answer:

An affidavit must be notarized but does not need to be witnessed under California Civil Code 3198. A jurat, which is the section of the affidavit where the notary certifies that the document was sworn before them, is required. This notarization is necessary for affidavits because the signer must attest to the document's content.

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To file an affidavit, you need to prepare the document with the necessary information and details relevant to your case. The affidavit must be signed in the presence of a notary public, who will then notarize it. Ensure that you have valid identification and any supporting documents that may be required for your specific situation.