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General Notary Work
Affidavits, consent letters, powers of attorney and everyday forms notarized in Brooklyn by a New York notary public.
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Jurats
Swear or affirm that your affidavit or sworn statement is true, then sign it in front of a New York notary in Brooklyn.
About this service
A jurat is the notarial act used for affidavits, sworn statements, verifications and other documents where the signer must swear or affirm that the contents are true. During a jurat, you appear before the notary, show a current government-issued photo ID, take an oath or make an affirmation, and sign the document in front of the notary. The notary then completes the jurat, which usually begins with wording such as “Sworn to before me.”
Because the oath and the signature go together, please do not sign your document before your appointment. If it has already been signed, you may need to sign a new copy in front of the notary. Your document should also be complete, with no blank spaces.
An oath is a solemn promise that the statement is true, and an affirmation is a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose for anyone who prefers not to swear an oath. Both are binding, and the choice is yours. Keep in mind that the notary cannot tell you what to write in your affidavit or statement, or advise you on its content. If you need help preparing the document, please speak with an attorney or the office requesting it.
What we can help with
- Affidavits and sworn statements
- Verifications and other documents made under oath
- Oath or affirmation, whichever you prefer
- Signed in front of the notary
- Jurat completed and signed by the notary
How it works
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Step 1: Prepare, but don’t sign
Complete your document fully and leave the signature line blank until you’re with the notary.
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Step 2: Show your ID
The notary checks your current, government-issued photo ID against the name on the document.
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Step 3: Take the oath or affirmation
You swear or affirm that the contents of your document are true.
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Step 4: Sign in front of the notary
You sign while the notary watches, and the notary completes and signs the jurat.
What to bring
- A current, valid government-issued photo ID
- Your complete document, not yet signed
- Any attachments or exhibits referred to in the document
- Instructions from the court, agency or office requesting it, if any
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a jurat and an acknowledgement?
With a jurat, you swear or affirm that the contents of the document are true and sign in front of the notary. With an acknowledgement, you declare that you signed the document willingly. The document or the receiving party usually indicates which one is needed, and the notary cannot choose for you.
I already signed my affidavit. Is that a problem?
For a jurat, you need to sign in front of the notary. If you’ve already signed, you may need to sign a new copy at your appointment, so please bring an unsigned copy if you can.
Can you help me write my affidavit?
No. A notary who is not an attorney cannot draft documents, tell you what to write or give legal advice. Please speak with an attorney or the office requesting the affidavit.
Do I have to swear an oath?
No. You may make an affirmation instead, which is a solemn declaration without a religious reference. An oath and an affirmation are equally binding.
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