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Affidavit

usgb/ˌæfəˈdeɪvɪt/Volume
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Legally Binding

An affidavit is a legally binding document, meaning the person who signs is legally committed to what it says.

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Signing the affidavit, she legally bound herself to her statement.
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Truth Requirement

The person making an affidavit is swearing to tell the truth, which can have legal consequences if they lie.

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The witness understood his affidavit was a truth pledge under law.
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Written Statement

Unlike testimony, an affidavit is always written and can be used when someone can't speak in court.

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Her affidavit served as her witness statement since she couldn't attend court.
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