Process for certifying copies of documents

In force

(1)

Before certifying a copy of an original document, an authorised certifier must—

(a)

inspect the original document to ensure that it is an original document; and

(b)

inspect the copy to ensure it is identical to the original document.

(2)

An authorised certifier may certify a copy of an original document by—

(a)

legibly writing on or stamping the copy with the prescribed words; and

(b)

signing and dating the copy; and

(c)

legibly writing on or stamping the copy with the name, qualification and address (whether personal or professional) of the authorised certifier.

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