Statement of Truth

This must be added to the end of a statement of case, (e.g. particulars of claim or defence etc.) and any application notice not supported by a separate statement and any witness statement.

The statement must be signed by you.

The statement of truth should use the following words when used at the end of a statement of case or application notice:

"I believe that the facts stated in this (name the document and the date of the document) are true."

The statement of truth at the end of a witness statement should say:

"I believe that the facts stated in this witness statement are true."
 

Striking out a Claim or a Defence

Small Claims Court