An affidavit is a written statement of facts that is confirmed by oath or affirmation, usually made by a person who has personal knowledge of the facts. It is often used as evidence in court proceedings. It is not made in open court, nor is it necessarily made by a police officer or defendant.

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An Affidavit Is

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An affidavit is:

A) a sworn statement by a police office
B) a sworn statement by the defendant
C) a statement made in open court and then printed for the record
D) a non-oral statement of facts that is confirmed by oath or affirmation
E) none of the above

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