Forney, TX · Kaufman County
Affidavit of Representation by Attorney – Surety
This affidavit lets an attorney attest to representing a defendant in criminal cases connected to a surety bond and provide bond and contact details for the case.
- 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 attorney swears that they were employed or appointed to represent the named defendant, have filed a notice of appearance or no case has yet been filed, and are licensed to practice in Texas. The affidavit also records the defendant and bond details, and requires the attorney to notify the court and clerk in writing within five days if representation ends or is prevented.
Who needs it
An attorney representing a defendant in a criminal case connected to a surety bond uses this affidavit to attest to representation and provide attorney, defendant, and bond information.
How to get this notarized
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Download The Form
Get the Affidavit of Representation by Attorney – Surety from the City of Forney.
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Fill In The Details
Enter the attorney, defendant, offense, and bond information requested on the form.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the affidavit’s jurat.
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- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed affidavit as directed for the bond matter.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Forney. 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 attorney surety affidavit?
- The attorney fills in the attorney, defendant, offense, and bond details, then signs the affidavit before a notary. Submit the completed form as directed for the bond matter.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a jurat stating that the affidavit was sworn to and subscribed before a notary, so the affiant attorney signs before the notary.
- Can I use remote online notarization for this jurat?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. A commissioned online notary can notarize remotely; confirm with the city if unsure.
- What information does the affidavit request?
- It requests the attorney’s bar card number and contact details, the defendant’s name and date of birth, the charged offense, and the bond amount.