Oaths, Declarations and Notarisations (Remote Methods) Bill

The Oaths, Declarations and Notarisations (Remote Methods) Bill amends existing laws to enable certain statutory declarations and oaths to be taken remotely using electronic means, such as live video or television links. The Bill facilitates the exercise of notarial powers remotely, ensuring requirements for identity verification and communication are met. It introduces provisions for validating remote declarations made prior to the enactment of this legislation, protecting against retroactive legal liabilities. The amendments affect multiple acts to align with the new remote communication capabilities for administering oaths and declarations across various legal contexts. The Bill will not incur additional public expenditure.