Electronic Transactions Amendment (COVID-19 Witnessing of
Documents) Regulation 2020 - Commenced 22 April 2020
The Regulation
is made under sections 15 and 17 of the Electronic Transactions
Act 2000.
It provides broad allowances for witnessing to occur via audio
visual link. The scope extends to the verification of identity as
well as "seeing the face of the signatory" for witnessing
affidavits.
The requirements that need to be satisfied are set out in
r2(2):
- The witness must observe the person signing the document in
real time;
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- This means that you must be able to see both the face of the
person signing and the actual signing of the document
simultaneously. In circumstances where electronic signatures are
suitable, a video link with share screen
may be appropriate. Don't hesitate to contact
us if you require assistance or clarification.
