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It functions as written testimony with increased legal weight.<\/p>\r\n                    <ul class=\"guide-summary-list\">\r\n                        <li><a href=\"#process\"><strong>Procedure:<\/strong> Fast (20'), requires physical presence of the witness.<\/a><\/li>\r\n                        <li><a href=\"#gov-vs-notary\"><strong>New Law 5095\/2024:<\/strong> The jurisdiction of the Justice of the Peace was abolished. Now only before a Notary or Lawyer.<\/a><\/li>\r\n                        <li><a href=\"#ktimatologio\"><strong>Land Registry:<\/strong> Necessary for adverse possession and boundary correction.<\/a><\/li>\r\n                        <li><a href=\"#klitefsi\"><strong>Validity:<\/strong> Opponent must be summoned 2 days prior.<\/a><\/li>\r\n                    <\/ul>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                \r\n                <p>In this guide, we will analyze the procedure, the cost, and the traps you must avoid so that your document is legally shielded according to the New Law 5095\/2024.<\/p>\r\n                \r\n                <figure style=\"margin: 40px 0; text-align: center;\">\r\n                    <svg width=\"400\" height=\"300\" viewBox=\"0 0 400 300\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; filter: drop-shadow(0px 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1));\">\r\n                        <rect x=\"100\" y=\"20\" width=\"200\" height=\"260\" rx=\"4\" fill=\"#F9F9F9\" stroke=\"#E0E0E0\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/>\r\n                        <rect x=\"120\" y=\"50\" width=\"160\" height=\"10\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"#E0E0E0\"\/>\r\n                        <rect x=\"120\" y=\"80\" width=\"160\" height=\"4\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"#E0E0E0\"\/>\r\n                        <rect x=\"120\" y=\"95\" width=\"140\" height=\"4\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"#E0E0E0\"\/>\r\n                        <rect x=\"120\" y=\"110\" width=\"150\" height=\"4\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"#E0E0E0\"\/>\r\n                        <rect x=\"120\" y=\"125\" width=\"160\" height=\"4\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"#E0E0E0\"\/>\r\n                        <rect x=\"120\" y=\"140\" width=\"130\" height=\"4\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"#E0E0E0\"\/>\r\n                        \r\n                        <circle cx=\"250\" cy=\"230\" r=\"30\" fill=\"#7B3F3F\"\/>\r\n                        <circle cx=\"250\" cy=\"230\" r=\"24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#9A3030\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/>\r\n                        <path d=\"M240,225 L250,235 L260,215\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#C9A962\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                        \r\n                        <g transform=\"translate(180, 180) rotate(-45)\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M0,0 L10,0 L10,80 L0,80 Z\" fill=\"#333\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M0,80 L5,95 L10,80 Z\" fill=\"#C9A962\"\/> <rect x=\"0\" y=\"10\" width=\"10\" height=\"5\" fill=\"#C9A962\"\/> <\/g>\r\n                    <\/svg>\r\n                    <figcaption style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 14px; color: #666; font-style: italic;\">\r\n                        Sworn affidavit requires the physical presence of the witness before the Notary.\r\n                    <\/figcaption>\r\n                <\/figure>\r\n                \r\n            <\/section>\r\n            \r\n            <section id=\"process\">\r\n                <h2>1. The Procedure Step-by-Step<\/h2>\r\n                <div class=\"process-grid\">\r\n                    <div class=\"process-card\">\r\n                        <div class=\"process-number\">1<\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"process-content\">\r\n                            <h4>Preparation of Summons<\/h4>\r\n                            <p>The lawyer drafts the summons, setting the day, time, notary, and full details of the witness.<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"process-card\">\r\n                        <div class=\"process-number\">2<\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"process-content\">\r\n                            <h4>Service to Opponent<\/h4>\r\n                            <p>The Bailiff serves the summons to the opponent. <strong>Attention:<\/strong> 2 full business days must intervene.<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"process-card\">\r\n                        <div class=\"process-number\">3<\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"process-content\">\r\n                            <h4>Oath & Deposition<\/h4>\r\n                            <p>The witness comes to the Notary Office, takes the oath, the testimony is read, and the deed is signed.<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"process-card\">\r\n                        <div class=\"process-number\">4<\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"process-content\">\r\n                            <h4>Delivery of Copies<\/h4>\r\n                            <p>The Notary issues certified copies immediately for use in Court or the Land Registry.<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <section id=\"klitefsi\">\r\n                <h2>2. The Cruciality of Summons (Art. 422 CCP)<\/h2>\r\n                <div class=\"info-box box-alert\">\r\n                    <h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 15px 0; color: #c0392b !important;\">The Deadline Trap<\/h3>\r\n                    <p>The main reason a sworn affidavit \"collapses\" in court is poor summoning. Summoning is required at least <strong>two (2) business days<\/strong> prior.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>This deadline <strong>does not calculate<\/strong> the day of service nor the day of the affidavit. If the opponent resides abroad, the deadline is 15 days.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"cta-section\" style=\"margin: 40px auto;\">\r\n                <h3>Do you need a Sworn Affidavit Immediately?<\/h3>\r\n                <p>We ensure that your sworn affidavits meet all legal requirements for court use or the Land Registry.<\/p>\r\n                \r\n                <div class=\"cta-buttons-wrapper\" style=\"display: flex; gap: 15px; justify-content: center; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 30px;\">\r\n                    <a href=\"tel:+302103003929\" class=\"cta-button cta-phone\">\r\n                        <svg class=\"cta-phone-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" style=\"width: 20px; height: 20px; fill: currentColor; margin-right: 8px;\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M20.01 15.38c-1.23 0-2.42-.2-3.53-.56a.977.977 0 00-1.01.24l-1.57 1.97c-2.83-1.35-5.48-3.9-6.89-6.83l1.95-1.66c.27-.28.35-.67.24-1.02-.37-1.11-.56-2.3-.56-3.53 0-.54-.45-.99-.99-.99H4.19C3.65 3 3 3.24 3 3.99 3 13.28 10.73 21 20.01 21c.71 0 .99-.63.99-1.18v-3.45c0-.54-.45-.99-.99-.99z\"\/>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                        Call: +30 210 300 3929\r\n                    <\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <section id=\"gov-vs-notary\">\r\n                <h2>3. Where do they take place? (New Law 5095\/2024)<\/h2>\r\n                \r\n                <div class=\"info-box box-info\">\r\n                    <h3 style=\"margin-top:0; color:#0c2d48;\">Important Legislative Change<\/h3>\r\n                    <p>With the provisions of Law 5095\/2024 (Articles 14, 15, and 17), <strong>the competence of Justices of the Peace was abolished<\/strong> for taking sworn affidavits.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Now, the procedure is conducted <strong>exclusively<\/strong> before:<\/p>\r\n                    <ul class=\"check-list green\">\r\n                        <li><strong>Notary Public<\/strong> or<\/li>\r\n                        <li><strong>Lawyer<\/strong><\/li>\r\n                    <\/ul>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <h3 style=\"color: var(--primary-color); font-size: 20px; margin-top: 30px;\">Gov.gr & Courts<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"info-box box-warning\">\r\n                    <h3 style=\"margin-top:0; color:#4a3600;\">Attention to Validity<\/h3>\r\n                    <p>The electronic solemn declaration (or certification) via gov.gr <strong>DOES NOT<\/strong> substitute the sworn affidavit before a Notary or Lawyer when it comes to judicial use (Regular Procedure, Land Registry, Interim Measures).<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                \r\n                <p style=\"margin-top: 15px; font-style: italic; color: var(--primary-color);\">\r\n                    <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Do not risk the rejection of your case. <a href=\"tel:+302103003929\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Ask us what type of document is required<\/a> for your case.\r\n                <\/p>\r\n\r\n                <h3 style=\"color: var(--primary-color); font-size: 20px; margin-top: 30px;\">Cost Analysis (What do you pay?)<\/h3>\r\n                <p>The cost at the Notary is transparent and determined by the Joint Ministerial Decision (State Tariff). It is not arbitrary.<\/p>\r\n                <ul class=\"check-list gold\">\r\n                    <li><strong>Fixed Fee:<\/strong> The basic right for drafting the deed.<\/li>\r\n                    <li><strong>Per Page:<\/strong> Small charge for each sheet of the deed.<\/li>\r\n                    <li><strong>Copies:<\/strong> Cost depending on the number of copies you request.<\/li>\r\n                    <li><strong>VAT & Legal Funds:<\/strong> Deductions for third parties and taxes.<\/li>\r\n                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <section id=\"requirements\">\r\n                <h2>4. Required Documents & Details<\/h2>\r\n                <div class=\"info-box box-success\">\r\n                    <p>For the proper drafting of the sworn affidavit at our office, you will need to provide:<\/p>\r\n                    <ul class=\"check-list green\">\r\n                        <li><strong>ID or Passport:<\/strong> Original document of the witness.<\/li>\r\n                        <li><strong>Service Report:<\/strong> The bailiff's document proving the summons.<\/li>\r\n                        <li><strong>Draft Testimony:<\/strong> In digital format (.docx) for faster integration.<\/li>\r\n                        <li><strong>Lawyer's Details:<\/strong> Phone and email of the authorized lawyer.<\/li>\r\n                    <\/ul>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <section id=\"ktimatologio\">\r\n                <h2>5. Sworn Affidavits at the Land Registry<\/h2>\r\n                \r\n                <div class=\"info-box box-info\" style=\"display: flex; gap: 15px; align-items: flex-start;\">\r\n                    <svg style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px; fill: var(--primary-color); flex-shrink: 0;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.48 2 2 6.48 2 12s4.48 10 10 10 10-4.48 10-10S17.52 2 12 2zm-1 17.93c-3.95-.49-7-3.85-7-7.93 0-.62.08-1.21.21-1.79L9 15v1c0 1.1.9 2 2 2v1.93zm6.9-2.54c-.26-.81-1-1.39-1.9-1.39h-1v-3c0-.55-.45-1-1-1H8v-2h2c.55 0 1-.45 1-1V7h2c1.1 0 2-.9 2-2v-.41c2.93 1.19 5 4.06 5 7.41 0 2.08-.8 3.97-2.1 5.39z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <strong>Land Registry Legal Framework:<\/strong> According to Law 2308\/1995, when strong property titles do not exist, the sworn affidavit (accompanied by the E9 tax form) is a crucial piece of evidence for possession (adverse possession).\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <p>The use of sworn affidavits within the framework of the National Cadastre (Land Registry) is one of the most critical tools of property law, especially when finalizing rights that lack official property titles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                <p>According to the <strong>guidelines of the Notarial Association<\/strong> and relevant circulars of the \"Hellenic Cadastre\" entity (such as the circular for proving adverse possession), the sworn affidavit acts as the basic means of proof to \"cure\" deficiencies that have persisted for decades. Particular emphasis is placed on the case of <strong>extraordinary adverse possession<\/strong>, where the sworn affidavit becomes the primary document proving twenty years of uninterrupted possession.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                <p>The content of the affidavit is \"dense\" in information, as it cites specific real events that substantiate possession, offering the reader and authorities the certainty that the information is cross-checked and official. Based on case law and decisions governing the operation of Land Registry Offices, <strong>the notarial sworn affidavit is superior to other simple solemn declarations<\/strong>, as it is surrounded by the prestige of a public document.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                <h3 style=\"margin-top: 30px; color: var(--primary-dark);\">Examples: What does the witness testify?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"process-grid\">\r\n                    <div class=\"process-card\" style=\"border-top: 3px solid var(--accent-color);\">\r\n                        <div class=\"process-content\">\r\n                            <h4 style=\"color: var(--accent-color);\">Case A: Adverse Possession<\/h4>\r\n                            <p><em>\"I know that the applicant has been cultivating this specific plot with olive trees continuously since 1995, has fenced it, and no one has ever disturbed him.\"<\/em> (Proof of 20-year possession).<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"process-card\" style=\"border-top: 3px solid var(--primary-color);\">\r\n                        <div class=\"process-content\">\r\n                            <h4 style=\"color: var(--primary-color);\">Case B: Boundary Correction<\/h4>\r\n                            <p><em>\"The boundary between the two plots has always been the old stone wall and not the fence that was placed last year by mistake.\"<\/em> (Resolution of geometric changes).<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"process-card\" style=\"border-top: 3px solid var(--success-green);\">\r\n                        <div class=\"process-content\">\r\n                            <h4 style=\"color: var(--success-green);\">Case C: Unknown Owner<\/h4>\r\n                            <p><em>\"The property belongs to the Papadopoulos family from their grandfather, even though there is no contract, and they use it as a vacation home.\"<\/em><\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <div style=\"background: var(--bg-row-alt); padding: 15px; border-radius: 6px; border-left: 3px solid var(--accent-color); margin-top: 20px;\">\r\n                    <p style=\"margin:0; font-size: 15px;\">\r\n                        <strong>Need help with the wording?<\/strong> Our partners can check the draft testimony for any deficiencies before signing. <a href=\"#unavailableModal\" onclick=\"document.getElementById('unavailableModal').classList.add('active'); return false;\">Book an appointment immediately<\/a>.\r\n                    <\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <section id=\"special-cases\">\r\n                <h2>6. Special Cases & Validity<\/h2>\r\n                \r\n                <h3 style=\"color: var(--primary-color); font-size: 20px;\">Duration of Validity of the Affidavit<\/h3>\r\n                <p>One of the most frequent misunderstandings concerns the duration of validity. According to case law:<\/p>\r\n                <ul class=\"check-list red\">\r\n                    <li><strong>For Courts:<\/strong> The sworn affidavit is a means of proof taken <em>specifically<\/em> for the specific trial for which the opponent was summoned. It cannot be used in a subsequent trial between other litigants or for a different object as full proof (except as a judicial presumption).<\/li>\r\n                    <li><strong>For Land Registry:<\/strong> There is no explicit expiration date, however, it is recommended to be recent to prove the current status of possession, unless it refers to historical events (e.g., adverse possession 20 years ago).<\/li>\r\n                <\/ul>\r\n\r\n                <h3 style=\"color: var(--primary-color); font-size: 20px; margin-top: 30px;\">Foreigners & Interpretation<\/h3>\r\n                <p>If the witness does not know the Greek language, the procedure mandatorily requires the presence of an <strong>interpreter<\/strong>. The interpreter is also sworn in before the Notary that they will faithfully translate the testimony.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                <h3 style=\"color: var(--primary-color); font-size: 20px; margin-top: 30px;\">Home Signing<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"info-box box-warning\">\r\n                    <p>In cases where the witness is unable to move (e.g., due to illness or old age), the Notary may travel to their home or hospital to take the testimony. This requires prior arrangement and incurs additional travel costs.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <section id=\"limits\">\r\n                <h2>7. Witness Limits<\/h2>\r\n                <p>The legislator has set maximum limits on sworn affidavits that can be submitted in a trial:<\/p>\r\n                \r\n                <div class=\"info-box\">\r\n                    <table class=\"custom-table\">\r\n                        <thead>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <th>Procedure<\/th>\r\n                                <th>Affidavit Limit<\/th>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                        <\/thead>\r\n                        <tbody>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td>Regular Procedure<\/td>\r\n                                <td>Up to 5 per side (+3 for rebuttal)<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td>Interim Measures<\/td>\r\n                                <td>Usually up to 3 (at the Judge's discretion)<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td>Special Procedures<\/td>\r\n                                <td>Up to 3 per side<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                        <\/tbody>\r\n                    <\/table>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <section id=\"faq\">\r\n                <h2>8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\r\n                \r\n                <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n                    <button class=\"faq-question\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-1\">\r\n                        Who can be a witness for the Land Registry? <span class=\"icon-plus\"><\/span>\r\n                    <\/button>\r\n                    <div id=\"faq-ans-1\" class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n                        <p>Any third party having direct knowledge of the events. Persons with a direct legal interest in the case or persons convicted of perjury are excluded.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n                    <button class=\"faq-question\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-2\">\r\n                        What happens if the opponent does not appear? <span class=\"icon-plus\"><\/span>\r\n                    <\/button>\r\n                    <div id=\"faq-ans-2\" class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n                        <p>The procedure proceeds normally. The notary records in the deed that the opponent, although legally summoned, did not attend.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n                    <button class=\"faq-question\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-3\">\r\n                        Where are sworn affidavits now conducted? <span class=\"icon-plus\"><\/span>\r\n                    <\/button>\r\n                    <div id=\"faq-ans-3\" class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n                        <p>According to Law 5095\/2024, sworn affidavits are conducted exclusively before a Notary or Lawyer. The jurisdiction of the Justice of the Peace has been abolished.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n                    <button class=\"faq-question\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-4\">\r\n                        Is an affidavit valid without a summons? <span class=\"icon-plus\"><\/span>\r\n                    <\/button>\r\n                    <div id=\"faq-ans-4\" class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n                        <p>Only if the opponent explicitly waives the right to be summoned or if the affidavit is not intended for judicial use but for another administrative authority (e.g., Land Registry) that does not always require a summons.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                \r\n                 <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n                    <button class=\"faq-question\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-5\">\r\n                        Can the same witness give multiple affidavits? <span class=\"icon-plus\"><\/span>\r\n                    <\/button>\r\n                    <div id=\"faq-ans-5\" class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n                        <p>No, the same witness can give only one sworn affidavit for the same case and for the same facts. Providing a second affidavit by the same witness will be considered inadmissible.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/section>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"author-box\">\r\n                <div class=\"dual-author-grid\">\r\n                    <div class=\"author-col\">\r\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pachounotary.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Christina-Pachou-author.jpg\" alt=\"Christina Pachou\" class=\"author-avatar-large\" width=\"110\" height=\"110\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\">\r\n                        <h4 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 8px;\">Christina Pachou<\/h4>\r\n                        <p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; font-size: 14px; color: #666;\">Notary Public of Athens<\/p>\r\n                        \r\n                        <p class=\"author-bio-text\">\r\n                            Christina Pachou is a Notary Public in Athens. 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