9IEndorsement of written statements

#### 9I Endorsement of written statements 9I Endorsement of written statements > > (1) For the purposes of section 283B (3) of the Act, a written statement must be endorsed as follows— > > > > This statement made by me accurately sets out the evidence that I would be prepared, if necessary, to give in court as a witness. The statement is true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I make it knowing that, if it is tendered in evidence, I will be liable to prosecution if I have wilfully stated in it anything that I know to be false or do not believe to be true. > > > (2) In the case of a person who is under the age of 18 years, or an adult who is apparently of appreciably below average intelligence, it is sufficient if the endorsement includes— > > > > > (a) words to the effect that the statement is true, or > > > > > (b) words to the effect that the statement contains no lies. > > > (3) A written statement that is in a language other than English and has a document purporting to contain an English translation of the statement or part annexed to it in accordance with section 283B (5) of the Act must also have annexed to it a certificate by the translator stating his or her qualifications and certifying that the translation is a correct translation of the document. > > **cl 9I:** Ins 2018 (171), Sch 1 \[1\].