How does a document become a legal document?

Answer 1

Documents aren't legal. They are evidence of agreements. Some of them can be legal documents, recording legal agreements. In most cases to be used as evidence, it helps if they are signed and dated. Signatures of witnesses or notarization makes it more credible.

Another Perspective

The answer is proper execution.

A legal document (or legal instrument) is formally executed written evidence of an enforceable act between parties such as transaction between parties, a relationship between parties such as an agreement, contract, obligation or right. "Legal instrument" is a legal term of art. In order to be enforceable against the parties a document must be fully executed according to the laws in that state.

Proper execution of a document makes it a legal document. For example, an unsigned promissory note is not a legal document. A properly drafted promissory note signed by the debtor, witnessed and notarized is a legal document and enforceable in court. An unsigned deed is not a legal document and conveys nothing. It cannot be enforced in court. A properly signed, witnessed and notarized deed is a legal document. Signed and witnessed legal documents are prima facie evidence in the moving party's favor.

Answer 2

That's a vague question. In order to know if some document is legal, you first need to know what the requirements are for the document to be considered legal, then you must be sure the document meets those requirements.

Generally a legal document in law is a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right. There are other types of documents that have legal weight such as certified copies and official records such as birth, death and marriage records.

Answer 3

signature of you and the other.. if you sign agreeing to do or not to do something and that person also signs it is legal contract. in most cases it will only be good in civil court though unless you have it notarized, In which case you need to sign in front of a notary and pay the fee to have it notarized.

Answer 4

A health document is very important because not only does it provide patient details, it also has all the legal and important detail such as the date and time of onset, the patients name, condition and the treatment you provide.

The most common ambulance and first aid document in New Zealand is the St John Patient Report Form or PRF. It gives a record of the patien's status, their personal details, any treatment and any records taken of their vital signs.

If someone decided to sue you because they thought you did not treat them well, the PRF (in most circumstances) will be enough to clear you of responsibility.

Also, occasionaly patients refuse ambulance transport. On this occasion the patient must sign the 'Refusal of Transport Agreement'. This ensures that the person on the scene is not held responsible.

Answer 5

A legal document is a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right. It must be signed by both parties and is binding on both parties. If it creates an interest in real property it must be properly drafted for recording and must be recorded in the land records.

A legal document is a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right. It must be signed by both parties and is binding on both parties. If it creates an interest in real property it must be properly drafted for recording and must be recorded in the land records.

A legal document is a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right. It must be signed by both parties and is binding on both parties. If it creates an interest in real property it must be properly drafted for recording and must be recorded in the land records.

A legal document is a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right. It must be signed by both parties and is binding on both parties. If it creates an interest in real property it must be properly drafted for recording and must be recorded in the land records.

Answer 6

A legal document is a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right. It must be signed by both parties and is binding on both parties. If it creates an interest in real property it must be properly drafted for recording and must be recorded in the land records.