How to Notarize a Financial Affidavit
Financial affidavits are required in divorce and child support cases to disclose assets and income. Learn how to get yours notarized online.
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At a glance
- Notarization required: Yes
- Witnesses required: No (most states)
What is a Financial Affidavit?
A financial affidavit is a comprehensive sworn statement of your financial life. It lists your monthly income, your monthly expenses, everything you own (assets), and everything you owe (liabilities).
Why It Must Be Notarized
Courts rely on these documents to make life-changing decisions about child support and the division of marital property. The notarization serves as your formal oath to the court that the information provided is true, complete, and accurate.
What to Include
- Income: Salary, bonuses, dividends, and any other sources of money.
- Expenses: Rent/mortgage, utilities, groceries, insurance, and child-related costs.
- Assets: Real estate, bank accounts, retirement plans (401k/IRA), vehicles, and valuable personal property.
- Liabilities: Credit card debt, student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
Completing the Process Online
- Fill out the form: Use the exact form provided by your state's court system.
- Double-check the math: Inaccuracies can be interpreted by the court as an attempt to hide funds.
- Notarize via video: Log on to a RON platform, verify your ID, and sign in front of the notary.
- File with the court: Print the notarized document or file the digital version according to your local court's e-filing rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is a financial affidavit required?
- Financial affidavits (sometimes called a 'Financial Statement' or 'Affidavit of Assets and Liabilities') are mandatory in nearly all divorce, child support, and alimony cases. They are used by the court to determine fair distribution of property and support amounts.
- What happens if I lie on a financial affidavit?
- A financial affidavit is a sworn statement. Intentionally omitting assets or underreporting income is perjury and can lead to severe court sanctions, fines, and potentially criminal charges.
- Does a financial affidavit have to be notarized?
- Yes. Since it is a sworn statement to the court, it must be signed in the presence of a notary to be legally valid and admissible as evidence.
- Can I notarize my financial affidavit online?
- Yes. Remote Online Notarization is accepted by family courts in most states. Ensure you are using the correct state-specific form required by your local court.
- What documents should I have ready when preparing the affidavit?
- You will need recent pay stubs, tax returns, bank statements, mortgage statements, and details of all debts and investments to ensure the affidavit is 100% accurate.
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