In an administrative proceeding, which document contains sworn statements used as evidence?

• A. Report of Investigation
• B. Order to Detain or Release Alien
• C. Affidavit in an Administrative Proceeding
• D. Information for Travel Document/Passport

Answer: (C)

An affidavit is a written statement that is sworn under oath and used as evidence in an administrative proceeding. It is prepared by the person making the statements (the affiant) and is typically witnessed by a notary or authorized official, which gives it formal credibility. Because the statements are sworn, they carry the weight of an oath and can be used to establish facts in the record, especially when a witness cannot testify in person or when corroborating other evidence.

The other documents serve different roles: a Report of Investigation summarizes findings from an inquiry, not sworn testimony; an Order to Detain or Release Alien is a directive or ruling issued by authorities; and Information for Travel Document/Passport is a form or request related to travel documents, not a sworn statement used as evidence.