Financial Affidavit
/ˈfaɪnænʃəl ˈæfəˌdeɪvɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A sworn written statement detailing an individual's financial status, often used in family law.
The court required the submission of a financial affidavit to assess child support obligations.
Forms
- financial affidavit
- financial affidavits
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Commentary
Financial affidavits must be accurate and comprehensive, as they directly impact judicial decisions on financial matters such as alimony or support.
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