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affidavit

[af-i-dey-vit] / ˌæf ɪˈdeɪ vɪt /
NOUN
written legal declaration
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The finder must also provide an affidavit stating when and where the property was found and describing it in detail.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

Searches of Yaroch’s ChatGPT showed that in May he asked, “If I had a million dollars, how would you suggest investing it/spending it to maximize profit and return,” according to the affidavit.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

The affidavit also stated that it had prepared a transcript of the cockpit voice recorder but didn't reveal more details.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

You could also file a small‑estate affidavit or summary probate, which is often less expensive and faster than the full probate process.

From MarketWatch Jul. 15, 2026

“And here I have a notarized affidavit from Sergeant Whitcomb in which he states that he knew the tomato was hot just from the way you tried to unload it on him.”

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller

These tactics are often employed by transnational criminal groups that consist primarily of Mexican citizens from Sinaloa state, a Homeland Security Investigations special agent said in affidavits filed in federal court last year.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

FBI officials confirmed the addresses but did not name the individuals subject to the searches, saying the affidavits for the warrants are under seal.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

In the Posillico lawsuit, DHS moved to seal documents in the case, including any depositions or affidavits; Judge David A. Tapp signed off on the motion.

From Salon May 25, 2026

In affidavits submitted to the court, supporters noted that Gil’s was the very last place that was safe and decent and dignified for the city’s worst off.

From Slate Mar. 25, 2026

At the end, the detective makes us sign a few forms and tells us we’ll have to come in again for more formal affidavits, but that they’ll need some time to prepare a case.

From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King




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