An affidavit is a written statement voluntarily made by an affiant or deponent under an oath or affirmation which is administered by a person who is authorized to do so by law. Such a statement is wit
Vasil Levski's affidavit, 16 June 1872, Bucharest, Romania
Affidavit signed by Harriet Tubman
A notary public of the common law is a public officer constituted by law to serve the public in non-contentious matters usually concerned with general financial transactions, estates, deeds, powers-of
Affidavit
…person who is authorized to do so by law. Such a statement is witnessed as to the authenticity of the affiant's signature by a taker of oaths, such as a notary public or commissioner of oaths. An affidavit is a verified statement or showing. An affidavit is made under oath on penalty of perjury. An affidavit serves…
An embossed foil Notary Seal from the State of New York
Plaque with the arms of the Faculty of Notaries Public in Ireland
Commissioner for oaths (Pesuruhjaya Sumpah) service at Malaysia