Vermont § 27b - Self-attested declaration in lieu of notarization
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 27b — Self-attested declaration in lieu of notarization, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27b. Self-attested declaration in lieu of notarization
- (a) Any document that would otherwise require the approval or verification of a notary
may be filed with the following language inserted above the signature and date: “I declare that the above statement is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge
and belief. I understand that if the above statement is false, I will be subject to
the penalty of perjury or to other sanctions in the discretion of the court.” (b) A document filed pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall not require the
approval or verification of a notary. (c) This section shall not apply to an affidavit in support of a search warrant application,
an application for a nontestimonial identification order, an oath required by 14 V.S.A. §108, or consents and relinquishments in adoption proceedings governed by Title 15A. (Added 2019, No. 77, § 4, eff. June 19, 2019; amended 2023, No. 46, § 4, eff. June 5, 2023.)
Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 27b
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 27b cover?
Section 27b ("Self-attested declaration in lieu of notarization") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 27b?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 27b apply to my situation?
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