A statutory declaration is a formal written statement made voluntarily by an individual in the presence of a commissioner of oaths or a notary public. It declares facts to be true and is used in situations where there is no need or availability for the person making the declaration to swear an oath. Statutory declarations are commonly used in legal and administrative matters to affirm the truth of certain facts, such as residency, identity, or possession of certain documents.
Key characteristics of a statutory declaration include:
Voluntary Declaration: It is made voluntarily by the individual without being sworn under oath.
Witnessed by an Authorized Person: The declaration must be signed in the presence of a commissioner of oaths or a notary public, who then certifies that they have witnessed the signing.
Legal Validity: Once properly signed and witnessed, a statutory declaration has the same legal effect as if made under oath. It is considered a solemn and legally binding statement.
Purpose: Statutory declarations are used in various contexts, such as immigration matters, applying for passports or visas, confirming identity or residency, stating facts related to legal proceedings, or any situation where a formal declaration of truthfulness is required.
In essence, a statutory declaration serves as a formal way to affirm the truthfulness of certain facts or statements without the need for a sworn oath in court. It provides a reliable means of verifying information in legal and administrative processes.
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