Oaths and Declarations Act 1957

Oaths, affirmations, and declarations in general - Declarations

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You can make a declaration if you want to. You make a declaration in the way set out in section 9 or section 11. Any person is allowed to do this.

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6: Unlawful administration of oaths, or

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8: Manner of making declarations, or

"How to Make a Declaration in New Zealand"

Any person may voluntarily make any declaration in the manner provided in section 9 or section 11.

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