What information does the 'Oath/affirmation' section of a statutory declaration form typically require, and what is the purpose of each part?

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Accepted Answer · 2026-04-12T14:17:25.139Z

Okay, let's continue with the form. "Oath/affirmation": This section is for the official (Justice of the Peace or Commissioner of Oaths) to complete. They will ask the deponent (the person making the declaration) the following questions and record their answers. (a) Do you know and understand the contents of the declaration? The deponent must confirm they understand what they are signing. (b) Do you have any objection to taking the prescribed oath? This checks if the deponent prefers to "affirm" rather than "swear under oath" due to religious or personal beliefs. (c) Do you consider the prescribed oath binding on your conscience? This confirms the deponent understands the seriousness and legal implications of their declaration. "2. I certify that the deponent acknowledged that 'he/she knows and understands the contents of this declaration. The deponent uttered the following words: 'I swear that the contents of this declaration are true. So help me God.'/'I truly affirm that the contents of the declaration are true.' The signature/mark of the deponent was affixed to the declaration in my presence." This is a certification statement for the official to sign. It confirms that the deponent understood the document, made the oath or affirmation in the official's presence, and signed it. The official will delete either "I swear..." or "I truly affirm..." based on the deponent's choice. "Full name and surname (block letters)": This is where the official's* full name and surname should be printed clearly. "Designation (rank)": This is where the official's* title or rank (e.g., Justice of the Peace, Commissioner of Oaths, Police Officer, Attorney) should be stated. "Business address (street address must be stated)": This is where the official's* full business street address should be provided. "Justice of the Peace/Commissioner of Oaths Ex Officio Republic of South Africa": This is the signature line for the official* who administered the oath or affirmation. *"Dated at 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"Dated at...": This is where the name of the city or town where the form is being signed should be written. "...this.........day of.........................year": This is where the specific date of signing should be filled in (e.g., "this 15th day of August 2024*"). That's 2 down. 3 left today — send the next one.

Accepted Answer · 2026-04-12T14:17:25.139Z

Okay, let's continue with the form. "Oath/affirmation": This section is for the official (Justice of the Peace or Commissioner of Oaths) to complete. They will ask the deponent (the person making the declaration) the following questions and record their answers. (a) Do you know and understand the contents of the declaration? The deponent must confirm they understand what they are signing. (b) Do you have any objection to taking the prescribed oath? This checks if the deponent prefers to "affirm" rather than "swear under oath" due to religious or personal beliefs. (c) Do you consider the prescribed oath binding on your conscience? This confirms the deponent understands the seriousness and legal implications of their declaration. "2. I certify that the deponent acknowledged that 'he/she knows and understands the contents of this declaration. The deponent uttered the following words: 'I swear that the contents of this declaration are true. So help me God.'/'I truly affirm that the contents of the declaration are true.' The signature/mark of the deponent was affixed to the declaration in my presence." This is a certification statement for the official to sign. It confirms that the deponent understood the document, made the oath or affirmation in the official's presence, and signed it. The official will delete either "I swear..." or "I truly affirm..." based on the deponent's choice. "Full name and surname (block letters)": This is where the official's* full name and surname should be printed clearly. "Designation (rank)": This is where the official's* title or rank (e.g., Justice of the Peace, Commissioner of Oaths, Police Officer, Attorney) should be stated. "Business address (street address must be stated)": This is where the official's* full business street address should be provided. "Justice of the Peace/Commissioner of Oaths Ex Officio Republic of South Africa": This is the signature line for the official* who administered the oath or affirmation. *"Dated at 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"Dated at...": This is where the name of the city or town where the form is being signed should be written. "...this.........day of.........................year": This is where the specific date of signing should be filled in (e.g., "this 15th day of August 2024*"). That's 2 down. 3 left today — send the next one.

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