Definitions
3 Definitions
In this Act:
audiovisual link means a facility (including closed-circuit television) that enables audio and visual communication between persons at different places.
commissioner for oaths means a person who is a commissioner for oaths under section 23.
consular official means:
an Australian Consular Officer or Australian Diplomatic Officer, as defined in section 2 of the Consular Fees Act 1955 (Cth);
or
a person authorised, as mentioned in section 3(c) or (d) of the
Consular Fees Act 1955 (Cth), to administer an oath.
defence force officer means:
an officer of the Australian Navy who holds the rank of
Lieutenant or a higher rank; or
an officer of the Australian Army who holds the rank of Captain or a higher rank; or
an officer of the Australian Air Force who holds the rank of
Flight-Lieutenant or a higher rank.
tribunal means an individual or body, other than a court, authorised by law or consent of parties to take evidence on oath or otherwise gather information on oath.
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