Most affidavits need to be notarized. This means you'll need to sign your affidavit before a notary public.General affidavit form for use within the State of Minnesota. Modify this affidavit to meet your specific needs. The notary public must first notarize the affidavit, signifying that they attest to the authenticity of the affiant's presence and signature. The judgment creditor, or the creditor's agent or attorney must complete this form. 1. Enter the full title of the case. 2. Fill out the Answer or Answer and Counterclaim form. A Minnesota notary acknowledgment form is a document used to authenticate the signature(s) on a legal instrument. The notary public must first notarize the affidavit, signifying that they attest to the authenticity of the affiant's presence and signature.