New Bremen, NY · Lewis County
Affidavit of Dog Complaint
This affidavit lets a witness document an observed animal-related incident and provide details to an investigating officer for review by the Town of New Bremen.
- 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 records the witness’s information, details about the animal and its owner, and the date, time, location, and account of the most recent incident the witness observed. The form says this statement provides documentation for an investigating officer to consider further action and asks the witness to return it to the officer within ten days. It cautions against including hearsay or unrelated conflicts.
Who needs it
A person who witnessed a dog-related incident and is providing a sworn statement to an investigating officer should complete this affidavit.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a “Sworn To and Subscribed Before Me” block; the witness signs the statement and swears or affirms its truth before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Affidavit of Dog Complaint from the Town of New Bremen.
- 2
Fill In Your Details
Describe the animal and owner as accurately as you can, and record the exact incident details you observed.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear or affirm your statement during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Return the completed affidavit to the investigating officer within ten days, as the form requests.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from New Bremen. 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 submit the dog complaint affidavit?
- Complete the form with details about what you personally observed, sign before a notary, and return it to the investigating officer within ten days, as the form requests.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a “Sworn To and Subscribed Before Me” block, so the witness must swear or affirm the statement before the notary.
- Can I complete this affidavit with a commissioned online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its own notaries under Executive Law §135-c, effective in 2023. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
- What should I include in my account of the incident?
- Give the exact date, time, and location and describe the most recent incident you personally observed. The form advises against hearsay and unrelated conflicts.