Struthers, OH · Mahoning County
Private Citizen Affidavit for Criminal Complaint
This affidavit lets a private citizen provide information about an alleged offense for review by the prosecuting attorney.
What this form is
A private citizen who knows the facts and seeks to cause an arrest or prosecution can use this affidavit to ask the prosecuting attorney to review the matter. It requests the filer’s contact details, information about the defendant and witnesses, incident details, and any supporting evidence. The filer verifies the facts under penalty of perjury, and the prosecuting attorney decides whether to file a complaint.
Who needs it
A private citizen seeking prosecuting attorney review of an affidavit charging an offense can complete and file this form.
How to submit it
The form says to file the affidavit with the prosecuting attorney for review. It does not provide an address, email, portal, or fee.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the signer verifies the facts under penalty of perjury and signs and dates the affidavit.
How to submit this form
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Download The Affidavit
Download the Private Citizen Affidavit for Criminal Complaint PDF.
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Complete The Form
Fill in your information, defendant and witness details, incident information, and statement of facts.
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Gather Supporting Evidence
If you have supporting evidence, provide it with the affidavit as requested on the form.
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Submit For Review
File the affidavit with the prosecuting attorney for review.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Private Citizen Affidavit for Criminal Complaint?
- It lets a private citizen provide information about an alleged offense and seek review by the prosecuting attorney to determine whether a complaint should be filed.
- What information does the affidavit request?
- It asks for the filer’s and defendant’s information, witness details, incident information, whether a police report was filed, and information about supporting evidence.
- Do I need a notary for the Private Citizen Affidavit for Criminal Complaint?
- No. The document is signed without a notary; the signer verifies the facts under penalty of perjury and signs and dates the affidavit.
- How do I submit the Private Citizen Affidavit for Criminal Complaint?
- The form says to file it with the prosecuting attorney for review. It does not list an address, email, or online submission method.