affidavit

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The affidavit describes what prosecutors call a “pervasive pattern of self-dealing,” including allegations that Davis directed city contracts to collective impact while sharing finances with Spingola.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

At the time Kerri Abatti was killed, the pair were working on how to divide property in the divorce, according to the affidavit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

During an interview at the scene of the crash, Woods was "sweating profusely" and his movements were "lethargic and slow", an officer wrote in the arrest affidavit released on Tuesday.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

An absentee voter would send in a copy of an ID, or else an affidavit that it can’t be obtained after “reasonable efforts.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Walter resolved to go and I helped him arrange for a substitute passport, an affidavit stating his identity and citizenship.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela