Except as otherwise provided in this section, if a law of this state requires or permits use of a sworn declaration, an unsworn declaration meeting the requirements of this chapter has the same effect as a sworn declaration. This chapter does not apply to:

1. (1) A deposition under § 15-6-26;
2. (2) An oath of office;
3. (3) An oath required to be given before a specified official other than a notary public;
4. (4) A declaration to be recorded pursuant to title 43;
5. (5) Any declaration, oath, or verification required under title 2 or 12; or
6. (6) An oath required by § 29A-2-504.

Source: SL 2018, ch 128 , § 4.