27Taking of evidence

#### 27 Taking of evidence (1) If the Attorney‑General authorises taking of evidence, a magistrate may take the evidence on oath from each witness appearing before the magistrate to give evidence in relation to the matter. (2) A magistrate who takes any such evidence must: (a) cause the evidence to be put in writing; and (b) certify that the evidence was taken by the magistrate; and (c) cause the writing so certified to be sent to the Attorney‑General.