Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jurat

noun

/ˈjʊər.æt/

Definition

A jurat is a certificate or attestation signed by a notary public or an official that confirms that an individual has sworn an oath or affirmation before them.

Examples

The jurat must be properly filled out for the affidavit to be valid.
After signing the document, the notary completed the jurat to confirm the oath.
The jurat included the date and details of the signing ceremony.

Meaning

The term ‘jurat’ refers to the part of a notarial certificate that states when, where, and before whom an affidavit was sworn. It serves as proof that the signer took an oath.