Document background
The Sworn Statement Affidavit Of Witness is a crucial document in South African legal practice, used to record and present witness testimony in a formal, legally admissible format. It is commonly required in various contexts, including court proceedings, investigations, regulatory compliance, and administrative matters. The document must be executed in accordance with South African law, particularly the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners of Oaths Act 16 of 1963, which governs its formal requirements. The affidavit allows witnesses to provide their testimony in written form, under oath or affirmation, and can include both factual observations and expert opinions. It serves as a permanent record of evidence and can be used in both civil and criminal proceedings, corporate investigations, regulatory submissions, and other legal contexts where formal witness testimony is required.
