jurat

Meanings

• noun

  A sworn statement or certificate, often affixed to the bottom of a legal document.

  - "The jurat was signed and notarized by the judge."
  - "He presented the document with the jurat to the court clerk."

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Synonyms

juror , alderman

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Variants

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jurat , jurats

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'jurare' meaning 'to swear'.

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1. The word 'jurat' comes from the Latin word 'jurare', which means 'to swear'.

2. In some legal systems, a jurat is also referred to as a 'verification' or 'acknowledgment'.

3. The person who administers the oath and affixes the jurat is called a notary public.

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1. Notarization: The legal process of acknowledging and certifying the authenticity of a signature, document, or transaction.

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In legal contexts, a jurat is an essential component of documents such as contracts, deeds, and affidavits. It serves as proof that the signatory has sworn to the truthfulness of the document's contents.

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