Hawk Point, MO · Lincoln County
Bad Check Complaint Affidavit
This sworn bad check complaint records information about the merchant, check writer, and check, for a complainant reporting a bad check and agreeing to appear as a witness if prosecution is necessary.
- 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 Affidavit of Prosecuting Witness collects details about the merchant, check writer, check, and circumstances of the transaction, including whether the check was passed in Lincoln County. The complainant swears that the facts are true and states they will appear as a witness if prosecution is necessary. The form also asks the complainant to notify the Prosecutor’s office if the check writer attempts payment and to request instructions.
Who needs it
A merchant or other complainant reporting a bad check can use this affidavit to provide transaction details and state their willingness to appear as a witness if prosecution is necessary.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a sworn statement and a notary public signature and commission-expiration block; the complainant signs the affidavit before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Bad Check Complaint Affidavit from the available form download.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Provide the requested merchant, check writer, check, and transaction information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the sworn statement during the live video session before the notary.
- 5
Submit the Form
Submit the completed affidavit to the appropriate office and follow any instructions received.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hawk Point. 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
- How do I complete this bad check complaint affidavit?
- Fill in the requested merchant, check writer, and transaction details. Sign the sworn statement before a notary, then submit the completed form to the appropriate office.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the complainant is first duly sworn and provides a notary public signature and commission-expiration block. Sign before the notary.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary?
- Missouri authorizes remote online notarization for its own notaries. A commissioned online notary can notarize the affidavit during a live video session; check that the receiving office accepts the notarized document.
- Where should I submit the completed form?
- The form refers to the Prosecutor’s office if prosecution is necessary, but does not provide submission instructions. Confirm with the city or town if unsure.