Affiant
Affiant
Affiant (/əˈfaɪənt/) is a legal term used to refer to an individual who makes a sworn statement or affidavit.
Etymology
The term "affiant" is derived from the Latin word "affiare," which means "to swear."
Definition
An affiant is a person who swears to the truth of statements made in an affidavit. The affiant is the individual who signs the affidavit and swears that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of their knowledge. The affiant's statements are made under penalty of perjury, meaning that if the affiant knowingly makes false statements, they can be prosecuted and potentially face criminal charges.
Related Terms
- Affidavit: A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court.
- Perjury: The offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after having taken an oath or affirmation.
- Notary: A public officer who verifies the authenticity of documents, particularly affidavits.
- Oath: A solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, regarding one's future action or behavior.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Affiant
- Wikipedia's article - Affiant
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