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1. What is an Affidavit?
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An affidavit is a written account of swearing under oath, to tell the truth, just as
testifying in court. In addition, the affiant, who makes the statement, the document must
be signed by a notary public or other official with the legal authority to administer an
oath. False information in an affidavit could lead to criminal charges for the person who
10 signed it. As a result, reading the paper thoroughly before signing ensures that the
information included therein is correct and accurate. In the affidavit, it is essential to note
whether any comments do base on the affiant's opinion or belief that needs to do stated.
2. Does an Affidavit play an essential role in solving a crime? In what way and why?
30 For every crime, at least one person needs to do arrested, and the arresting officer
fills out an affidavit that lays out the facts and circumstances behind the arrest. An
affidavit includes facts like information that led to the arrest and observations made
before and after the arrest. It is a statement made under oath and with the threat of
punishment for lying. It has also known as an arrest record.
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40 l In the legal world, an affidavit is a formal written declaration that outlines the facts of a
case and serves as evidence in court.
l Affidavits does primarily used in court proceedings. They provide a written alternative
to having a witness appear in court to give spoken testimony.
l All contain written and signed declarations used to give evidence and are comparable to
45 an Affidavit in this respect. However, their functions, forms, and signature requirements
differ from one another.
l Perjury charges may do brought against someone who knowingly provides false
testimony in an Affidavit, and this is because the truth requirements for making an
Affidavit are identical to those for delivering oral testimony in court.
l Unless there are extraordinary circumstances, the courts will typically impose an
5 incarceration sentence based on affidavits when finding someone guilty of lying.