Affiants

/ˈæf.i.ənts/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Persons who make and sign affidavits, swearing to the truth of the statements therein.
    The affiants appeared in court to confirm the truth of their affidavits.

Forms

  • affiant

Commentary

Affiants are integral in evidentiary proceedings where sworn statements are submitted; the term specifically denotes the individuals rather than the documents.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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