Forney, TX · Kaufman County
Citizen Complaint and Sworn Affidavit
This six-page application and sworn affidavit is for people asking the Forney Municipal Court to consider a criminal complaint about an alleged offense within Forney city limits.
- 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 application collects information about the complainant, defendant, alleged offense, location, and any witnesses, and includes guidelines explaining the process and the complainant’s responsibilities. The complainant swears that the application’s facts are true and within their personal knowledge. The form says the alleged offense must have occurred within Forney city limits and directs applicants to return the completed affidavit to the City of Forney Prosecution Office.
Who needs it
A person asking the Forney Municipal Court to consider a citizen’s complaint about an alleged offense within Forney city limits needs this application and sworn affidavit.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Citizen Complaint and Sworn Affidavit from the City of Forney.
- 2
Complete The Application
Fill in the complainant, defendant, alleged offense, location, and witness information, and review the form’s guidelines.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary and have identification ready.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit before the notary during your online video session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Return the completed affidavit to the City of Forney Prosecution Office as directed on the form.
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 get the citizen complaint affidavit notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear to the affidavit during the video session, and return the completed form to the City of Forney Prosecution Office.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a jurat requiring the complainant or affiant to swear that the application’s facts are true and within their personal knowledge before a notary.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. Confirm with the city if unsure whether it will accept a remotely notarized affidavit.
- Where do I return the completed form?
- The form directs applicants to return the completed affidavit to the City of Forney Prosecution Office at 331 S. FM 548, P.O. Box 826, Forney, Texas 75126.
Citizen Complaint and Sworn Affidavit in other Texas cities
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