Bill > A08302

This bill expands the acceptable uses of affirmations in civil actions by modifying Rule 2106 of the civil practice law and rules. Currently, affirmations can be used in place of affidavits in legal proceedings, but the bill broadens this scope to allow affirmations to be used in lieu of certificates, responses to notices to admit, answers to interrogatories, verifications of pleadings, bills of particulars, and other sworn statements. The bill specifically excludes certain contexts like depositions, oaths of office, and oaths that must be taken before a specific person (other than a notary). The standard affirmation language remains largely the same, requiring individuals to affirm under penalties of perjury that their statement is true, with an allowance for matters based on information and belief. The bill also includes a clarification that this expanded use of affirmations does not eliminate existing requirements in domestic relations law that matrimonial agreements must be acknowledged in the form of a deed. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in how individuals can submit truthful statements in civil legal proceedings while maintaining the serious legal implications of providing false information.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8302