Affidavits
Sworn Statement Supporting a Reopening Application (Provincial Offences Act)
A sworn affidavit supporting a request to reopen a matter under the Provincial Offences Act — for example a ticket decided in your absence. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Reopening Affidavit (POA)
- Affidavit to Reopen a Ticket
- Provincial Offences Reopening Affidavit
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- Sworn Statement to Reopen a Matter
Sworn Statement Supporting a Reopening Application
I, ______, residing in the city of ______, in the province of ______, DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR/AFFIRM AND STATE AS FOLLOWS:
I reside at ______.
I was convicted without a hearing on ______ of the offence of ______ contrary to ______ section ______.
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The conviction first came to my attention on: ______.
I make this affidavit in support of my application to request reopening of my matter and to request a new trial date and for no other or improper purpose.
Signed and sworn (or affirmed/declared) before me by videoconference in Ottawa, Ontario, while the Affiant(s)/Declarant(s) were located in ______________________, on ______________________, pursuant to O. Reg. 431/20, and Electronic Commerce Act, 2000.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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Sworn Statement Supporting a Reopening Application (Provincial Offences Act)
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01Details of the Conviction
Date Convicted
Province / Territory
Reason You Did Not Attend Court
Sworn Statement Supporting a Reopening Application
I, ______, residing in the city of ______, in the province of ______, DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR/AFFIRM AND STATE AS FOLLOWS:
I reside at ______.
I was convicted without a hearing on ______ of the offence of ______ contrary to ______ section ______.
______
The conviction first came to my attention on: ______.
I make this affidavit in support of my application to request reopening of my matter and to request a new trial date and for no other or improper purpose.
Signed and sworn (or affirmed/declared) before me by videoconference in Ottawa, Ontario, while the Affiant(s)/Declarant(s) were located in ______________________, on ______________________, pursuant to O. Reg. 431/20, and Electronic Commerce Act, 2000.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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About this document
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What is this affidavit?
It is a sworn statement explaining why a Provincial Offences Act matter should be reopened, such as a conviction entered in your absence.
It is sworn before a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits to support your request to the court.
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When you might need one
It supports a reopening request.
- A ticket or charge was decided when you did not appear.
- You must explain, under oath, why you did not attend.
- The court asks for a sworn statement to support reopening.
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How to notarize a affidavit to reopen a Provincial Offences Act matter in Ontario
After you fill in your affidavit to reopen a Provincial Offences Act matter and download the PDF, do not sign it in advance. A sworn document must be signed in front of a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits, who administers your oath or solemn affirmation first.
Minute Notary commissions your affidavit to reopen a Provincial Offences Act matter online by secure video, under Ontario's remote commissioning rules (O. Reg. 431/20), or in person in Ottawa. Bring valid government-issued photo identification.
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Reviewed for use in Ontario by a notary public and commissioner for taking affidavits.
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Fill it in online for free and download a ready-to-sign PDF — no account required.
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Sign in front of the notary, who administers your oath or witnesses your signature and applies the seal.
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Notarize online by video across Ontario, or in person in Ottawa.
Frequently asked
Questions about the Sworn Statement Supporting a Reopening Application (Provincial Offences Act)
- What is this affidavit used for?
- To support a request to reopen a Provincial Offences Act matter, such as a ticket or charge decided when you did not appear, by explaining the circumstances under oath.
- Does it guarantee the matter is reopened?
- No. The court decides whether to reopen under the applicable rules; this affidavit supports your request.
- Can I notarize it online in Ontario?
- Yes. You can complete it online by video under Ontario’s remote commissioning rules, or in person in Ottawa with Minute Notary.
- What should it include?
- The matter, why you did not attend or respond in time, and the circumstances you want the court to consider.
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