Affidavits must be what in nature, rather than just opinion?

• A. Factual
• B. Conclusive
• C. Hearsay
• D. Speculative

Answer: (A)

Affidavits are sworn statements of fact. They must present information based on the declarant’s personal knowledge, not on opinion, guesswork, or what someone else said. This keeps the document objective and verifiable, making it useful as evidence in court. If a statement is merely a belief or an inference about what happened, it isn’t suitable for an affidavit. Statements should be factual observations you can support with details like dates, times, locations, and physical evidence. Hearsay (what others told you), speculation, or conclusory statements would undermine the affidavit’s reliability, so the emphasis is on factual, firsthand information.