Civil Litigation · glossary

Statement of truth

A signed statement that the party believes the facts in its document are true. Making a false one without an honest belief in it can lead to proceedings for contempt of court. Graham signs Ravensett’s and gives his position. Particulars of Claim, statement of truth · Chapter 4

Explained in Chapter 4, Drafting the Particulars of Claim, of Civil Litigation.

How it comes up, in Chapter 4
Last comes the statement of truth. In it, Ravensett confirms that it believes the facts pleaded are true, and Graham signs for it…
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