57AGiving evidence by affidavit for interim order

57A Giving evidence by affidavit for interim order (1) This section applies if a police officer applies for a personal protection order on behalf of an affected person. (2) In a proceeding for an interim order, evidence may be given by an affidavit— (a) made by the affected person or a police officer; and (b) sworn or affirmed before a police officer of, or above, the rank of sergeant. Note An affidavit may also be sworn or affirmed before a person mentioned in the Oaths and Affirmations Act 1984, s 11.