Legal Term
Affidavit
A statement that is signed and agreed to in the presence of an authorised witness, such as a justice of the peace. The person signing the legal document states that the contents are, to the best of their knowledge, true.
Source Information
Source
🏛️ Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions
Licence
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Australia (CC BY 4.0)
Category
General
Disclaimer: This definition is sourced from an official Australian government website for general information purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified legal professional for advice specific to your situation.