57A
In forceGiving evidence by affidavit for interim order
Part 4Procedural matters
Division 4.3Hearings
57A Giving evidence by affidavit for interim order
(1)
This section applies if a police officer applies for a personal protection order on behalf of an affected person.
(2)
In a proceeding for an interim order, evidence may be given by an affidavit—
(a)
made by the affected person or a police officer; and
(b)
sworn or affirmed before a police officer of, or above, the rank of sergeant.
Note
An affidavit may also be sworn or affirmed before a person mentioned in the Oaths and Affirmations Act 1984, s 11.
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