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Who can be a commissioner for Declarations Qld?

Who can be a commissioner for Declarations Qld?

A Justice of the Peace (Qualified), or JP (Qual), has all of the responsibilities of Commissioners for Declarations, as well as several judicial duties, both ‘non-bench’ and ‘minor bench’. Two JPs (Qual)—or a JP (Qual) and a JP (Mag Ct)—can form a magistrates court to deal with specific matters.

Who is a CDEC in Qld?

As a Justice of the Peace (Qualified) (JP) or Commissioner for Declarations (Cdec) you will handle important documents that could have a significant impact on someone’s life. You must be properly trained and qualified to provide professional services in all situations.

Can a JP certify their own documents Qld?

You can now have your eligible Queensland documents witnessed by a Justice of the Peace (JP) or Commissioner for Declarations (Cdec) online through an audio-visual link. This service can only be performed by a JP or Cdec approved by the Chief Executive.

When can you act as a Commissioner for Declarations outside Queensland?

Yes, you may act outside Queensland, as long as the document you are witnessing or the duty you are fulfilling comes under Queensland law (and the document is to be used in Queensland) or Commonwealth law.

Can a JP certify a document for a family member?

It is not advisable for you to witness or certify a document for a member of your family. This is because of the potential for an actual or perceived conflict of interest (see Section 4.3.

Can family members certify documents?

It is not advisable for you to witness or certify a document for a member of your family. This is because of the potential for an actual or perceived conflict of interest (see Section 4.3. 4 above) and the risk that the document may be rejected on that basis by the organisation that requires it.

Who can certify documents Australia?

A person currently licensed or registered to practice in Australia as one of the following occupations:

  • Architect.
  • Chiropractor.
  • Conveyancer.
  • Dentist.
  • Financial adviser or financial planner.
  • Legal practitioner.
  • Medical practitioner.
  • Midwife.

Can a pharmacist certify documents in Queensland?

Pharmacists generally are authorised to certify that documents are true copies of originals. It is important that you do not sign the document before taking it to the pharmacy as the pharmacist must physically witness you signing the document in their presence.

Who can witness documents in Qld?

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.