Schedule 1 of The Oaths Act, 1969
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Summary
- This schedule provides the exact spoken or written forms required for oaths and affirmations.
- Individuals can choose to swear in the name of God or solemnly affirm their statement for every form.
- Witnesses must declare they will state the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
- Jurors must promise to try the case fairly between the State and the prisoner and give a true verdict based on evidence.
- Interpreters are required to promise accurate translation of all questions, evidence, and documents.
- People making affidavits must confirm their identity, their signature, and that the contents are true.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Does The Schedule of the Oaths Act, 1969 force a person to swear by God?
No, The Schedule to the 1969 Oaths Act allows people to choose between swearing in the name of God or solemnly affirming for all four forms.
2. Which form in The Schedule of the Oaths law is used for translating documents?
Form No. 3 in The Schedule of the Oaths Act is specifically for interpreters, requiring them to promise to translate correctly and accurately.
3. What exact words does a witness use to promise truthfulness under The Schedule of the Oaths Act?
Form No. 1 in The Schedule of the Oaths Act requires witnesses to promise that what they state shall be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
Test yourself
Q1.Which form in The Schedule to the Oaths Act, 1969 is intended for Jurors?
Q2.Under The Schedule to the Oaths Act, 1969, what two choices does a person have to begin their declaration?
Q3.According to Form No. 3 in The Schedule of the Oaths Act, 1969, an interpreter must promise to accurately translate what specific things?
Q4.Combining Section 8 and The Schedule of the Oaths Act, 1969, when a witness uses Form No. 1 to swear they will tell the truth, what is their legal obligation?