“Statutory declaration”

This page shows official legal definitions of “Statutory declaration” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.

Jurisdiction: United Kingdom United Kingdom

A declaration made before a Commissioner for Oaths in a prescribed form.

Source: Criminal Procedure Rules Glossary, The National Archives
Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

A written statement of facts which the person making it signs and solemnly declares to be true before a person authorised to take declarations.

Source: Law Handbook Glossary, Legal Services Commission of South Australia