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An Affidavit Of Ownership And Loss With Undertaking is a crucial legal document in Hong Kong's documentary framework, primarily used when individuals or organizations need to formally declare the loss of important items or documents while asserting their ownership rights. This document type is particularly relevant when dealing with lost share certificates, property documents, official certificates, or valuable items where proof of ownership and loss must be formally established. The affidavit must comply with Hong Kong's legal requirements, particularly the Oaths and Declarations Ordinance, and typically requires attestation by a Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public. It serves multiple purposes: establishing the deponent's ownership, documenting the circumstances of loss, and providing a formal undertaking about actions to be taken if the item is found. This document is often required by banks, government departments, or companies as part of their risk management and compliance procedures.
