Reply #60: Doesn't it say "does not obviate the requirements" ?

[read the law first]

This language is from a case, not from you. ok. I'm with ya.

But reading the cite, doesn't that opinion say just because it's not defined (in this instance in the city charter) does not mean that one doesn't have to follow the general requirements for an affidavit?

It still has to show on its face that it was subscribed by the notary, it still has to show on its face that the witness was administered an oath, etc.

BTW, I agree with you that "purported" was gratuitous.