Abernathy, TX · Hale County
Dangerous Dog Affidavit
The Dangerous Dog Affidavit lets a person report an alleged dangerous dog and request a City of Abernathy hearing by submitting a sworn statement about the animal and incident.
- 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
Use this affidavit to file a complaint and request a hearing to determine whether the described dog is dangerous under the provisions named on the form. The complainant provides contact details, information about the animal and its owner, and a sworn statement describing the incident. Sign the statement and return the completed form to the City of Abernathy at the mailing address listed on the form.
Who needs it
A person who wants to complain about a dog and ask the City of Abernathy to set a hearing can use this affidavit to provide a sworn statement.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Affidavit
Get the Dangerous Dog Affidavit from the City of Abernathy.
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Fill In the Form
Provide your contact details, information about the animal and owner, and your sworn statement about the incident.
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Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
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Submit to the City
Return the notarized form to P.O. Box 310, Abernathy, Texas 79311.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Abernathy. 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 the Dangerous Dog Affidavit?
- Enter your contact information, the animal and owner details, and a sworn statement describing the incident. Sign the statement before a notary, then return the completed form to the City of Abernathy at the address shown.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a subscribed-and-sworn jurat, so the complainant named in the notary block must sign the affidavit before a notary.
- Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. You can sign during a video session with a commissioned online notary; confirm with the city if unsure.
- Where do I submit the completed affidavit?
- The form says to return it to P.O. Box 310, Abernathy, Texas 79311. Complete the sworn statement and notarization before submitting it.
Dangerous Dog Affidavit in other Texas cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.