Notarial Deed
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Definition : Public document in which a person makes a statement before two or more witnesses and an official (e.g. clerk or notary).
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Legal Evidence :
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Origin from the declarant.
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What is done or declared before a public or private official exercising a public function.
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Limitations : Does not test the contents of the statements.
Self-certification
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Definition : Declaration that replaces the certificates required by public administration and public service managers.
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Characteristics :
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Prepared in plain paper.
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Signed under the responsibility of the interested party.
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Used to certify personal facts, states or qualities.
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Areas of Use :
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Personal and civil status information.
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Educational and professional qualifications.
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Legal position.
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Economic, fiscal and income situation.
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Declaration in lieu of a notarial deed
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Definition : Document to certify personal qualities, situations and facts not subject to self-certification.
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Characteristics :
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Prepared on plain paper.
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Signature authenticated with revenue stamp if not linked to an application.
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Sign in front of an authorized employee if related to an application, no authentication required.
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These documents are useful for various administrative practices, each with specific characteristics and areas of use.