| − | An '''affirmation''' is a solemn and formal declaration that the evidence given by the person affirming will be truthful. In a legal context it is equivalent to an [[oath]]. [[category:legal terms]] | + | An '''affirmation''' is a solemn and formal declaration that the evidence given by the person affirming will be truthful. In a legal context it is equivalent to an [[oath]]. [[Category:Legal Terms]] |