This form is a general affidavit. Affiant maintains that his/her statements are made upon affirmation of belief and personal knowledge that certain facts and matters set forth in the document are correct and true.
Affidavit Of Non Prosecution Form New Mexico In Georgia
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In order to provide a statement for an affidavit, an affiant must simply be willing to sign or eSign the statement in the presence of a third-party, commissioned notary public. This must of course be done in ance with all applicable state laws.
I am the complaining witness against _______________________, the Defendant in the above referenced case. It is my wish and desire that all charges in relation to these matters be dismissed, that there be no further action taken thereon and I do not intend to pursue the prosecution of said Defendant.
Although affidavits are considered legal documents, anyone can draft one. As long as it is signed, witnessed, and notarized correctly, the affidavit will be valid. This means that you do not need to ask a lawyer to create an affidavit.
A deponent is the person who is making the affidavit. As noted above, the deponent must choose whether you are going to swear or affirm the affidavit. If the deponent will swear, include that the deponent will “MAKE OATH AND SAY”. If the deponent will affirm, include that the deponent will “SOLEMNLY AFFIRM THAT”.
Although affidavits are considered legal documents, anyone can draft one. As long as it is signed, witnessed, and notarized correctly, the affidavit will be valid. This means that you do not need to ask a lawyer to create an affidavit.
If the alleged victim wishes to drop the charges and sign an affidavit of non-prosecution, the best practice is to have the victim represented by her own attorney or to have the defendant's attorney (or their investigator) assist with preparing the affidavit.
Describe the facts and information that you have firsthand knowledge of. Be as detailed and specific as possible, and make sure that your statements are truthful and accurate. Sign and date the affidavit, and have it notarized by a licensed notary public. The notary will verify your identity and witness your signature.
An affidavit of non-prosecution is a sworn document in which the plaintiff expresses their desire not to prosecute the case or participate in the prosecution. The statement is punishable under penalty of perjury if there are lies or falsehoods in the affidavit.
A failure to prosecute.
