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Affidavits usually require notarization, while sworn declarations carry similar weight without the notary. Understanding the distinction helps you pick the right format for your case, and SwornStatementPDF supports both.

When to use this

You are filing in a jurisdiction that allows sworn declarations and want to avoid scheduling a notary visit without sacrificing credibility.
Your case needs an affidavit for court, but you want a template that includes all the necessary elements before you get it notarized.
You are advising a witness on what to sign and need a clear explanation of when a declaration is acceptable versus when an affidavit is mandatory.

How to do it (fast)

Check your local rules to confirm whether a sworn declaration is accepted in place of an affidavit for the document you are filing.
If a declaration suffices, open SwornStatementPDF, enter the declarant's details, and leave the perjury language enabled. If an affidavit is required, plan a notary appointment after generating the PDF.
Draft the statement using factual paragraphs. If you are converting it into an affidavit, leave space for the notary block or attach one afterward.
Generate the PDF, review for accuracy, then either print for notarization or sign under penalty of perjury if a declaration is allowed.

Why this helps

SwornStatementPDF provides the core statement layout so you can adapt it for either affidavits or declarations without reformatting.
Perjury language is built in, ensuring your declaration meets statutory requirements in jurisdictions that allow it.
Local rendering protects confidential narratives while you decide whether to involve a notary.

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Not legal advice. Courts set their own rules. Keep your original records.