General Mobile Notary

General Affidavit and Sworn Statement Notarization in Los Angeles

When you need to put something in writing under oath, a notarized affidavit or sworn statement can be the right tool. A mobile notary comes to your home, office, or another convenient location so you can swear to the facts, sign, and notarize your statement without traveling across town.

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Understanding The Document

What Is A General Affidavit Or Sworn Statement?

A general affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear or affirm are true in front of a notary public. It is used when there is no preprinted form, but a court, agency, or organization needs your statement under oath instead of just a regular letter.

Common Uses

  • Explaining events or timelines for a court or government agency.
  • Supporting insurance claims or dispute resolutions.
  • Verifying residence, identity, or relationship for various applications.
  • Providing a sworn statement to a school, employer, or licensing board.
  • Backing up other documents in an immigration, family law, or civil case.

Why An Affidavit Might Be Requested

  • The requesting party needs your statement under oath, not just a casual letter.
  • There is no official form for your situation, but they still need sworn facts.
  • They want additional assurance that the information you provide is accurate.
  • A judge, agency, or attorney has asked you to submit a sworn statement in writing.
Common Affidavit Types

Examples Of General Affidavits And Sworn Statements

General affidavits are flexible and can be used for many different purposes. Here are some of the most common types we see.

Affidavit Of Facts Or Events

  • Describes what happened in a specific situation or dispute.
  • Often used in small claims, civil, or family law matters.
  • May include dates, locations, and detailed descriptions of events.

Affidavit Of Residence

  • States where you live and for how long you have lived there.
  • Used for school enrollment, benefits, or local requirements.
  • Sometimes supported by utility bills or other proof of address.

Affidavit Of Identity Or Relationship

  • Confirms your identity or your relationship to another person.
  • Used when documentation alone does not fully explain the situation.
  • Common in immigration, family, and estate matters.

Affidavit For Insurance Or Financial Matters

  • Explains facts related to a claim, loss, or financial transaction.
  • Requested by insurance companies, banks, or financial institutions.
  • May be required before funds are released or a claim is approved.
Notarization Details

How General Affidavits And Sworn Statements Are Notarized

Type Of Notarization

  • General affidavits almost always use a jurat, because you are swearing the contents are true.
  • With a jurat, you must sign in front of the notary and take an oath or affirmation.
  • If the affidavit already contains notarial language, the notary will follow that language.
  • If it does not, the notary will ask whether the requesting party expects a jurat or acknowledgment.

At Your Appointment

  1. The mobile notary arrives at your chosen location and reviews your valid photo ID.
  2. You confirm that the affidavit is complete and that you understand what it says.
  3. The notary administers an oath or affirmation, asking if the contents are true.
  4. You sign the affidavit in front of the notary.
  5. The notary completes the jurat certificate, applies their seal, and records the notarization in their journal.

Note: The notary does not decide whether your affidavit answers the legal questions in your case. If you need help with wording or legal strategy, you should speak with an attorney or the person who requested the affidavit.

Before Your Appointment

What To Have Ready For Your General Affidavit

Documents And Information

  • Valid, current government issued photo ID (drivers license, state ID, or passport).
  • Your affidavit or draft statement, not yet signed.
  • Any case numbers, claim numbers, or reference numbers connected to your statement.
  • Any supporting documents you may need to review while finalizing your affidavit.
  • Specific instructions from your attorney or the requesting party, if any.

If You Still Need To Draft The Affidavit

  • We bring a laptop and portable printer to your appointment.
  • You can use templates from Rocket Lawyer or your attorney to structure your statement.
  • You type your affidavit on our laptop, then review it carefully.
  • We print the final version, you sign it, and we notarize it in one visit.
Using Your Affidavit Overseas

Apostille For General Affidavits And Sworn Statements

When You Might Need An Apostille

  • A foreign court, consulate, or government office requires a sworn statement.
  • You are handling overseas business, property, or family matters that require your affidavit.
  • You must provide a sworn statement to a foreign bank, school, or employer.
  • The destination country is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention.

How We Can Help

  • We notarize your general affidavit correctly for international use.
  • We can submit the notarized affidavit for apostille or full legalization if required.
  • Many apostilles can be processed on a same or next business day basis.
  • Visit our apostille services page to learn more.
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Frequently Asked Questions

General Affidavit And Sworn Statement FAQ

What is a general affidavit or sworn statement?

A general affidavit or sworn statement is a written declaration of facts that you swear or affirm are true in front of a notary public. It is used when an organization needs your statement under oath but does not provide a specific form.

What type of notarization does a general affidavit require?

Most general affidavits require a jurat, because you are swearing that the contents are true. The notary will administer an oath or affirmation, watch you sign, and then complete the jurat certificate and apply their seal.

What can a general affidavit be used for?

General affidavits can be used for court filings, insurance claims, verifying residence or identity, explaining events or timelines, and supporting immigration, school, or employment matters. The requesting party will usually tell you what they need the affidavit to address.

Can you help me write my affidavit?

A notary cannot give legal advice or choose wording for you. However, we bring a laptop and printer so you can use templates from Rocket Lawyer, your attorney, or other legal sources to draft your statement, then sign and notarize it at the same visit.

Can a general affidavit be apostilled for use in another country?

Yes. After your affidavit is notarized, it can often be apostilled or legalized so it can be used overseas. This is common when foreign authorities need a sworn statement from you. We can coordinate the apostille or legalization as part of our service.

Can I get a general affidavit notarized the same day?

Same-day and next-day mobile notary appointments are frequently available. Call or text (213) 933-2507 to check current availability and scheduling.