16Affirmations and oaths

### 16 Affirmations and oaths > > (1)  A person may make an affirmation instead of taking an oath for any purpose where an oath is required by law. > > > (2)  An affirmation has the same effect as an oath. > > > (3)  An affirmation, unless otherwise provided for, is to state that the person solemnly and sincerely declares and affirms the matter to be affirmed. > > > (4)  An oath may be taken by saying "I swear" in reply to the oath being tendered. > > > (5)  An affirmation may be made by saying "I affirm" in reply to the affirmation being tendered.