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Part 3Investigation and enforcement
Investigation and enforcement by Panel: Panel's powers for receiving evidence

31MAHow evidence may be given

  1. The Panel may receive evidence—

  2. given on oath:
    1. given not on oath:
      1. if the person receiving the evidence permits it, given by a written statement:
        1. if the person receiving the evidence thinks it is appropriate, given by a written statement verified on oath:
          1. given by audio-visual communication, if the Panel and the person giving the evidence agree.

            1. A member, officer, or an employee of the Panel may administer an oath for the purpose of a person giving evidence on oath.

            Notes
            • Section 31MA: inserted, on , by section 9 of the Takeovers Amendment Act 2006 (2006 No 48).