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CB-CHT-202Legal-aid form

Unsworn Declaration–General (No Style of the Case)

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This form lets someone write a statement that they promise is true, which is called an unsworn declaration. It asks the person filling it out for their name, date of birth, address, and for them to sign it under penalty of perjury.

The court describes it as: Use to create an unsworn declaration: a statement under penalty of perjury. Allowed instead of affidavits in certain cases.

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Where this fits in a case

Hearing

Stage: Hearing

This form is used to create a statement that can sometimes be used instead of a document that normally needs a notary. It is noted that it cannot be used for certain filings like liens or in specific types of cases such as divorces or custody suits.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is used to create an unsworn declaration, which is a written statement the person promises is true under penalty of perjury.
Can I use this form instead of a notarized document?
According to the text, an unsworn declaration can replace a sworn written statement, verification, certification, oath, or affidavit in certain cases.
Are there any situations where this form cannot be used?
The form cannot be used for liens filed with the county clerk, or for documents concerning real or personal property that must be filed with a county clerk.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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