AFFIDAVIT

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What is affidavit
◦ An affidavit is typically used to:
◦ Verify the truth of a statement as per the affiant’s knowledge
◦ Produce as evidence in legal proceedings
◦ It is understandable if all of the legal jargon just went over your head. Let’s try to decode the meaning of the affidavit
definition and purpose of this legal document.
◦ A notarized statement is certified or authenticated by a notary public, who is a public official or individual legally authorized
to certify important documents.
◦ An affiant is an individual who makes an affidavit.
◦ An affidavit is signed by both the notary public and the affiant, generally under witness.
◦ A statement of fact or a “sworn statement” is true to the best of the affiant’s knowledge.
◦ If you are under oath, you make a formal promise to state the truth that can be used in the court of law or other institutions.
 Types of affidavit

AFFIDAVIT OF ARREST AFFIDAVIT OF WITNESS/ES

AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLAINT
(TO BE REPORTED BY JESSA OJAO
DEPOSITION OF WITNESSES TO BE
TO BE REPORTED BY MANILA AND
REPORTED BY (PORTILLANO AND
MARTEL
MIRABEL)
 Types of affidavit

COMPLAINT SHEET COMPLAINT REFERRAL TO BE

INVESTIGATION DATA FORM
REPORTED BY ORUCA
(TO BE REPORTED BY PLAZA AND TO BE REPORTED BY MANUNGAS
ORTEZA
 AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLAINT

• is a document that contains the statement of an

individual (complainant) describing the facts of a
case or an offense.

• It is a legal document that is submitted to a court

of law to support a complaint or charges brought
against an accused person.
 AFFIDAVIT OF
ARREST

• An arrest affidavit is a vital legal document that provides a

comprehensive account of the circumstances leading to an
individual's arrest.

• It serves as the foundation for establishing probable cause and is

presented to a judge for review.

• The affidavit includes crucial details such as the date, time, and
location of the alleged offense, a description of the suspect's
actions, and supporting evidence or witness statements.

• By encapsulating these elements, the arrest affidavit aims to

demonstrate to the judge that there is sufficient justification to
warrant the individual's arrest and initiate legal proceedings.
AFFIDAVIT OF
WITNESS
Mar Tzaddi Portillano
Sample of
Affidavit
of Witness
DEPOSITION OF WITNESSES
◦ A deposition of a witness is a legal process where a witness provides sworn testimony outside of the courtroom before a trial.
◦ It usually involves attorneys from both sides asking questions to gather information and evidence for the case.
◦ The witness's answers are recorded and can be used in court later.
◦ It's like a formal interview to learn what the witness knows about the case.
Depositions
can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

◦ To gather information about the case.

◦ To preserve the witness's testimony in case they are unable to testify at trial.
◦ To impeach the witness's testimony at trial if it contradicts their deposition testimony.
◦ To find out what the other party knows about the case.
◦ To narrow down the issues in the case and make it easier to settle the dispute.
EXAMPLE
In a car accident case, the plaintiff's attorney may depose the defendant driver, the defendant's passengers,
and any eyewitnesses to the accident.

The attorney may ask questions about the following:

How the accident happened What the witness saw or heard before, during, and after the accident The
witness's opinion on who was at fault for the accident Any injuries or property damage that the witness
observed
INVESTIGATIVE DATA FORM

◦ INVESTIGATIVE DATA- collected

or created by a law enforcement
agency in order to prepare a case
against a person, whether known or
unknown, for the commission of a
crime.
COMPLAINT SHEET
COMPLAINT REFERRAL
◦ Complaint referral- typically refers to the process of redirecting a complaint or concern from one person or department to
another within an organization or to an external entity for resolution. It involves passing the complaint along to the appropriate
party who can address and resolve the issue.
◦ Complaint Initiation: The process begins when an individual or customer raises a complaint or expresses a concern. This can
be related to a product, service, employee behavior, or any other issue.
◦ Initial Handling: The complaint is initially received by a specific department or individual, often referred to as the "first point
of contact." This could be a customer service representative, a support team, or a designated complaint handling department.
◦ Assessment: The initial recipient assesses the nature of the complaint to determine if they have the authority, expertise, and
resources to resolve it themselves.
◦ Referral Decision: If the initial recipient cannot resolve the complaint on their own, they make a decision to refer it to another
department, team, or individual within the organization who is better equipped to handle the specific issue.
COMPLAINT REFERRAL
◦ Notification: The initial recipient informs the complainant about the referral decision. They may explain the reasons for the
referral and provide contact information for the party to whom the complaint has been referred. Clear and timely
communication with the complainant is crucial to maintain transparency and manage expectations.
◦ Forwarding the Complaint: The complaint, along with any relevant information and documentation, is forwarded to the
designated party for resolution. This may involve creating a case file or record to track the progress of the complaint.
◦ Resolution: The referred party takes over the responsibility for addressing and resolving the complaint. They investigate the
issue, gather additional information if necessary, and work toward a resolution that satisfies the complainant.
◦ Communication and Updates: Throughout the process, both the complainant and the referring department may receive
updates on the progress of the complaint. This ensures that everyone involved is aware of the status and any developments.
◦ Closure and Feedback: Once the complaint is resolved to the satisfaction of the complainant, the case is closed. Feedback
may be gathered from the complainant to assess their level of satisfaction with the resolution and the overall complaint-
handling process.