Validity of Unsworn Declaration

Ala. Code § 12-21-83 — under Title 12.

Ala. Code § 12-21-83

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), if a law of this state requires or permits use of a sworn declaration, an unsworn declaration meeting the

requirements of this subdivision has the same effect as a sworn declaration. (b) This subdivision does not apply to:

(1) a deposition; (2) an oath of office; (3) an oath required to be given before a specified official other than a notary public; (4) a declaration to be recorded pursuant to Title 35; (5) an oath required by Sections 43-8-132 and 43-8-133; or (6) a durable power of attorney executed pursuant to Chapter 1 of Title 26.

History: (Act 2011-533, p. 884, §1.)