an declaration made by a person before a public officer that he/she freely and voluntarily executed a deed or other instrument is called

Acknowledgement

Explanation:

Acknowledgement is known as a declaration made by a person before a public officer that he/she freely and voluntarily executed a deed or other instrument.

Acknowledgement is also defined as the acceptance of the truth pertaining to a case. It helps in investigation processes too.There are conditions attached to this type of declaration such as lesser penalties for the crime committed in most climes of the world.

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