Jasper, AL · Walker County
Criminal Complaint Deposition
This deposition records a complainant’s account of an alleged offense and is filed with a criminal complaint so a magistrate can decide whether probable cause exists to issue a criminal complaint.
At a glance
- Issued by
- City of Jasper · Jasper, Walker County, Alabama
- Notarization
- Required: sign this form in front of a notary before filing it.
- Official source
- jaspercity.com
- Blank form
- Download the PDF
- Catalogued
- Machine-readable
- JSON record · about the forms index
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The form gathers information about the accused, the alleged offense, witnesses, and the complainant. Its notice says the deposition and complaint must be sworn to, and the signature block specifies that the complainant’s signature must be witnessed by a judge or magistrate. The form also explains that the complainant may have to appear in court and testify.
Who needs it
A person filing a criminal complaint with the City of Jasper uses this form to provide sworn facts about the accused and the alleged offense.
Why it needs a notary
This form does not provide a notary block: the complainant must sign under oath before a judge or magistrate, who witnesses the signature.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Deposition
Get the City of Jasper deposition form and read its notice before preparing a criminal complaint.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Complete the complainant, accused, alleged offense, and witness information requested on the form.
- 3
Contact the City
Ask the City of Jasper how to arrange the oath and signature witnessing required before a judge or magistrate.
- 4
Sign Before the Official
Do not sign in advance; swear to and subscribe the deposition before the judge or magistrate as directed.
- 5
Submit the Form
File the completed deposition with the criminal complaint as instructed by the City of Jasper.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Jasper. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- Who must witness my signature on this deposition?
- The form says the complainant’s signature must be witnessed by a judge or magistrate, and its oath block is addressed to a judge or magistrate.
- Can I sign this deposition before an online notary?
- The form specifies that you must swear to and sign it before a judge or magistrate. An online notary cannot replace that official; contact the city about how to complete the required oath.
- How do I complete and file this deposition?
- Fill in the complainant, accused, and offense details, then contact the City of Jasper about arranging the required oath before a judge or magistrate and submitting the form with your complaint.
- Do I need to appear in court after filing?
- The form says the complainant must appear in court and testify to the alleged facts. It warns that failing to appear after being subpoenaed may result in a warrant for arrest for contempt.
- Where can I confirm how to arrange the oath?
- Contact the City of Jasper or the magistrate’s office for instructions on signing before a judge or magistrate; confirm with the city or town if unsure.