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Affidavit

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A written statement of facts sworn or affirmed to be true, usually signed in front of a solicitor. It's a formal form of evidence, distinct from a witness statement.

In Plain English

A written statement of facts that you sign in front of a solicitor to swear that everything in it is the truth.

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Witness StatementStatement of Truth

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Published19 August 2026Last reviewed23 September 2026

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