# The Insolvency Rules 1986, Rule 4.77: Claim established by affidavit

Extent: E+W

(1) [FORM 4.26] The liquidator may, if he thinks it necessary, require a claim of debt to be verified by means of an affidavit, for which purpose there shall be used the form known as “affidavit of debt”, or a substantially similar form.
(2) An affidavit may be required notwithstanding that a proof of debt has already been lodged.
(3) The affidavit may be sworn before an official receiver or deputy official receiver, or before an officer of the Department or of the court duly authorised in that behalf. (NO CVL APPLICATION)

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1986/1925/rule/4.77 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/insolvency-rules-1986/rule-4.77
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