Presumption of regularity as to issue of documents

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A document or a copy of a document bearing the written, printed or stamped signature or name of the Secretary or a person described in the document as a delegate of the Secretary—

(a)

is admissible as evidence in any proceeding; and

(b)

in the absence of evidence to the contrary, is proof that the document has been issued by the Secretary.

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114 Presumption of regularity as to issue of documents