Ohio Revised Code
Chapter 2319 | Affidavits; Depositions
Section 2319.02 | Affidavit, Deposition, Oral Testimony Defined.

Effective: October 1, 1953
Latest Legislation: House Bill 1 - 100th General Assembly
An affidavit is a written declaration under oath, made without notice to the adverse party. A deposition is a written declaration under oath, made upon notice to the adverse party. Oral testimony is that delivered from the lips of the witness.