Get AU Statement Of Witness - Queensland 2007-2024

Who can witness? a justice of the peace. a commissioner for declarations. an Australian lawyer. a notary public. a licensed conveyancer from another state. another person approved by the Registrar of Titles.

In addition to JPs, there are other categories of people who can legally witness statutory declarations – eg government employees, accountants, religious ministers, medical professionals and bank officers who meet the criteria. See the full list of authorised witnesses on the Attorney-General's Department website.

Write your witness statement in numbered paragraphs. State your name, address and occupation in the first paragraph. Try to describe events, actions and specific dates when detailing your account. For more information, see witnesses and witness statements.

Usually a witness can be anyone who: is 18 years or older. knows the person whose signature they are witnessing or has taken reasonable steps to verify their identity. isn't a party to the document.

Before signing the affidavit you need to make sure you have a qualified witness present. The qualified witness is either a Justice of the Peace, Commissioner for Declarations or a lawyer.

Generally the person you choose to witness a document should have no financial or other interest in an agreement. A neutral third party is the best choice. A neutral third party is someone not related to either party and who does not benefit from the contract.

Legal practitioner, a Justice of the Peace, notary public or an Australian Diplomatic/Consulate Officer (if you are overseas). be a notary public. Thus, you can have a family member witness a general document, an affidavit or a statutory declaration.

It is an offence to disobey a subpoena. If you do not come to Court you may be arrested. You may also be charged with contempt.