Legal Offence Declaration

LEGAL OFFENCE DECLARATION

This Legal Offence Declaration (the Declaration) is made on by Declarant Name: of (hereinafter "Declarant") in favor of Recipient Name: of (hereinafter "Recipient").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Recipient requires a written declaration from the Declarant regarding any criminal charges, convictions, pleas, or other legal proceedings that may be material to the Recipient's evaluation or use of the Declarant's services or status; and

WHEREAS, the Declarant has knowledge of certain offences or proceedings described below and is willing to provide a full and accurate declaration under the terms set forth herein; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend that the Recipient rely upon the representations, warranties and acknowledgements contained in this Declaration in making determinations that concern the Declarant's position, responsibilities, or eligibility.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Declaration, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below: "Offence" means any criminal charge, indictment, plea, conviction, sentence, deferred adjudication, diversion, or other judicial or administrative disposition arising from conduct alleged to violate criminal law. "Disposition" means the final operative outcome of the matter in the relevant jurisdiction, including but not limited to conviction, acquittal, dismissal, or diversion.

2. DECLARATION OF OFFENCE(S)

The Declarant hereby declares and provides the following information concerning each Offence of which Declarant has knowledge that is material to the Recipient:

3. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

The Declarant represents and warrants to the Recipient that: (a) the information provided in this Declaration is true, complete and correct to the best of the Declarant's knowledge and belief; (b) there are no other Offences known to the Declarant that are material to the Recipient's evaluation other than those disclosed in this Declaration; and (c) the Declarant has not knowingly omitted any fact, circumstance, or document that would render the statements in this Declaration materially misleading.

4. MATERIALITY, DISCLOSURE AND DUTY TO UPDATE

Declarant acknowledges that the Recipient may rely upon the representations in this Declaration in assessing Declarant's suitability for roles, positions, or privileges. Declarant agrees to promptly notify Recipient in writing of any new Offence, charge, or change in status that arises after the date of this Declaration and that would reasonably be considered material to the Recipient.

5. CONSENT TO VERIFICATION & USE OF INFORMATION

The Declarant consents to the Recipient obtaining, verifying and retaining records and information related to the Offence(s) disclosed, including court records and official dispositions. The Recipient may use such information for the limited purpose of assessment, compliance, or other legitimate business purposes consistent with applicable law.

6. INDEMNITY AND REMEDIES

The Declarant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Recipient from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, damages and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of the Declarant's breach of any representation or warranty in this Declaration or from any material omission or falsity in the information provided. Any remedies provided herein are cumulative and not exclusive of any other remedies available at law or in equity.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY AND RECORDS

The Recipient shall maintain reasonable confidentiality regarding the substance of this Declaration and any supporting documents, except as required by law, court order, or necessary disclosure to advisers or as required for legitimate business purposes. The Recipient may retain copies of records relating to this Declaration in accordance with its record retention policies.

8. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Declaration shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth below or to such other address as a party may designate in writing.

9. GOVERNING LAW; SEVERABILITY; ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Declaration shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction specified by the Recipient's principal place of business, without regard to conflict of laws principles. If any provision of this Declaration is held invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity shall not affect any other provision, and the remainder of this Declaration shall remain in full force and effect. This Declaration constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior oral and written agreements relating thereto.

10. AMENDMENT; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

Any amendment or modification of this Declaration must be in writing and signed by both parties. No waiver of any provision shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the waiver is sought to be enforced. This Declaration may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

11. CERTIFICATION

The Declarant certifies under penalty of law that the statements made in this Declaration are true and correct to the best of the Declarant's knowledge and belief. The Declarant acknowledges that knowingly making a false statement in this Declaration may subject the Declarant to legal penalties under applicable law.

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