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].