iRunDocs Generator Guide
Create a Affidavit online with a guided PDF workflow.
Use this affidavit generator when you need a written statement of facts that may be signed, witnessed, or notarized depending on the situation.
iRunDocs provides document generation tools and educational information. It is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.
Common uses
- General sworn statements
- Identity, address, or ownership statements
- Affidavit of heirship preparation
- Supporting statements for disputes or records
Before you sign
- Keep facts specific, dated, and truthful.
- Do not sign until you know whether a notary is required.
- Attach supporting exhibits only when they are accurate and relevant.
What is an affidavit?
An affidavit is a written statement of facts that the person making it (the affiant) swears or affirms to be true, usually before a notary. Because it is sworn, an affidavit carries legal weight and is accepted by courts, agencies, banks, and other institutions as evidence of the facts it states.
Affidavits are used for a wide range of purposes — confirming identity or residence, supporting a court filing, establishing heirship, or documenting a fact when no other record exists.
Common types of affidavit
Frequently requested affidavits include a general affidavit (any sworn statement), affidavit of residence or identity, affidavit of heirship (to establish heirs when someone dies without a will), affidavit of support, and small-estate affidavits. Each follows the same core structure: the affiant's details, a clear statement of facts, and a signature and notary (jurat) block.
How to make an affidavit that will be accepted
Keep the statement specific, dated, and strictly truthful — an affidavit is sworn under penalty of perjury. Number the facts, attach only accurate exhibits, and do not sign until you know whether a notary is required, because most affidavits must be signed in front of a notary to be valid.
The iRunDocs affidavit generator builds the statement, affiant details, and notary block into a clean, printable PDF. Confirm the receiving party's specific requirements before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Does an affidavit have to be notarized?
Most affidavits must be signed in front of a notary (a jurat) to be accepted. Some settings allow an unsworn declaration instead. Check what the receiving court, agency, or institution requires.
What is an affidavit of heirship?
It is a sworn statement identifying a deceased person's heirs, often used to transfer property when there is no will. Requirements and acceptance vary by state and institution.
What happens if I lie on an affidavit?
An affidavit is sworn under penalty of perjury. Making a false statement can carry serious legal consequences, so only affirm facts you know to be true.
Can I write my own affidavit?
Yes. You can prepare your own affidavit and have it notarized. The iRunDocs affidavit generator organizes the statement and notary block into a clean PDF for you to review and sign.
Who can be a witness or notary on an affidavit?
A commissioned notary public administers the oath. Some affidavits also require disinterested adult witnesses. Rules vary by state and by the institution receiving the affidavit.
Is iRunDocs legal advice?
No. iRunDocs provides document tools and educational information, not legal advice. For contested or high-stakes matters, consult a licensed attorney.
Affidavit of heirship requirements by state
Signing, witness, and notary rules differ by state. See the requirements where you live.
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