Erklæringer

Erklæringer is the plural form of the noun erklæring in Norwegian and Danish, meaning a formal statement or declaration. It denotes a written or spoken assertion of facts, rights, or intentions issued by individuals, organizations, or authorities.

In law, erklæringer include affidavits, declarations of truth, or sworn statements used in civil or administrative proceedings. In business and government, they appear as representations in contracts, consent forms, or policy statements. In international relations, declarations and joint declarations are statements of principle or intent.

Form and validity: Many erklæringer are written documents that may require signatures, dates, and sometimes notarization or certification. They can be binding if the document expressly states obligations or if law recognizes them as evidence. Making a false erklæring can amount to fraud or perjury depending on jurisdiction.

Etymology and related terms: The word derives from the verb erklære (to declare), cognate with German Erklärung. It is closely related to but distinct from uttalelse (opinion or remark) and forklaring (explanation or account).