After the Affidavit of Service is done, it must be filed with the Court. 4. Write the case Index Number. 5.Enter the county where the affidavit is notarized. 6. The undersigned affiant,. The user of this affidavit agrees to hold the Department harmless for any and all claims which may arise as a result of completing this affidavit. A few states prohibit Notaries from notarizing for most family members. Others prohibit notarizing for specific family members. As part of the requirements to enlist the services of a Notary, you must bring a valid I.D. and the New York general affidavit form to be filled out. The Affidavit must be completed in its entirety, signed, and notarized. Please do not sign until you are in the presence of the Notary Public.