Any clerk of a court may administer an oath in any case wherein an affidavit is necessary or proper as the foundation of an official act to be performed by him.

Terms Used In Virginia Code 17.1-217

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.

Code 1919, § 3389, § 17-53; 1998, c. 872.