Use this affidavit to state under oath that an original document, such as a certificate, title, stock certificate, or contract, has been lost or destroyed, so a replacement can be issued. Use this affidavit to state under oath that an original document, such as a certificate, title, stock certificate, or contract, has been lost or destroyed, so a replacement can be issued.
For Ohio residents and families: lost document affidavit.
What you'll need
Read the supplied packet before filling in its fields.
Follow this document's signing, identification, witness and filing instructions.
How to complete it
Describe the document (Page 1) Give the type, number, date, and issuer, and explain how and when it was lost.
Sign under oath before a notary Do not sign ahead of time. Sign in front of the notary, who will place you under oath. Bring a current, government-issued photo ID.
Use this affidavit when your name appears differently on documents, such as a maiden name, middle initial, or spelling variation, to confirm all of the names refer to you.
An affidavit of residency is a sworn statement of where you live. Schools, utilities, and agencies may accept it when you do not have a lease or bill in your name.
A general affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear is true before a notary. Use it when an agency, court, or business asks for a sworn statement and no specific form is required.
A general release ends a dispute: one party accepts payment or other value and gives up all claims about a specific matter, such as property damage or a private sale.
A promissory note is a written promise to repay a loan, such as a loan between family members or friends, with the interest rate and payment schedule spelled out.
These forms are a free convenience, not legal advice. First Choice Mobile Notary & Apostille is not a law firm. Consult an attorney licensed in the relevant state for legal questions.