The New York Affidavit in Support of an Order to Show Cause is a document used in New York courts to provide evidence and arguments for a petition to the court. The affidavit is used when a petitioner is asking the court to issue an Order to Show Cause, which is a court order that requires the respondent to appear in court and explain why the petitioner's requested relief should not be granted. The Affidavit in Support of an Order to Show Cause must include all the facts and arguments that the petitioner intends to rely on in court. The affidavit must also include the petitioner's signature and the signature of the notary public. There are two types of New York Affidavit in Support of an Order to Show Cause: an ex parte affidavit and a verified affidavit. An ex parte affidavit is used when the respondent is not present in court and must be served with the Order to Show Cause. A verified affidavit is used when the respondent is present in court and can be questioned by the court.