jurat

A clause attached to an affidavit, in which a notary or legally authorized officer attests to the fact that the affidavit was made under oath.

In law, the official memorandum subscribed at the end of an affidavit, showing the time when and the person before whom it was sworn.

A sworn officer; a magistrate; a member of a permanent jury.

A person under oath; specifically, an officer of the nature of an alderman, in certain municipal corporations in England.

The memorandum or certificate at the end of an asffidavit, or a bill or answer in chancery, showing when, before whom, and (in English practice), where, it was sworn or affirmed.

The written statement by a notary public that he or she has administered and witnessed an oath or affirmation.

The written statement of a person that he or she has declared an oath or affirmation.

A municipal official in the Cinque Ports or in certain French towns.

A life magistrate.