What is the difference between 'Swearing' or 'Affirming' an Affidavit
Many people, not just self represented parties, are confused about whether they should swear or affirm an Affidavit.
When you sign an affidavit, you need to ‘attest’ to the truth of its contents.
You ‘attest’ to the truth of the contents of an affidavit by either ‘swearing’ or ‘affirming’ it.
If you have religious beliefs, whether or not you attend church regularly, you will usually “swear” your affidavit.
When an affidavit is sworn, it means that you are solemnly promising to tell the truth.
To swear an Affidavit you hold a bible or other religious text in your hand, or place your hand on a bible or religious text.
You do this at same the time as you s...
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