Oaths and Declarations Act: Chapter 211 of Singapore Laws - Primary legislation governing the taking of oaths and making of declarations, including requirements for valid affidavits
Evidence Act: Chapter 97 of Singapore Laws - Governs admissibility of evidence including affidavit evidence in legal proceedings
Penal Code: Chapter 224 of Singapore Laws - Contains provisions regarding penalties for false declarations in affidavits
Supreme Court of Judicature Act: Provides framework for court proceedings and documentary requirements in Singapore's judicial system
Commissioners for Oaths Rules: Procedural rules governing the appointment and duties of Commissioners for Oaths who can authenticate affidavits
Rules of Court: Procedural rules detailing requirements for court documents including format and submission of affidavits
Deposition and Affidavit Rules: Specific rules governing the format, content, and execution of affidavits in Singapore
Authentication Requirements: Must be sworn/affirmed before an authorized person such as Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public
Jurat Requirement: Mandatory formal statement at the end of affidavit indicating when, where, and before whom the affidavit was sworn
Exhibit Marking Requirements: Rules regarding proper marking and authentication of exhibits attached to affidavits
Deponent Identification: Requirements for proper identification of the person making the affidavit including full name, NRIC/Passport number, and address
Language Requirements: Rules regarding language of affidavits and translation requirements if not in English
