Section 6Part 1 — Oaths and Affirmations
Substitution of affirmations for oaths in certain cases
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Every person upon objecting to be sworn, and stating, as the ground of such objection, either that that person has no religious belief, or that the taking of an oath is contrary to that person's religious belief, shall be permitted to make that person's solemn affirmation, instead of taking an oath, in all places and for all purposes where an oath is or shall be required by law, which affirmation shall be of the same force and effect as if that person had taken the oath.
Every such affirmation shall be as follows — "I, A.B., do solemnly, sincerely and truly, declare and affirm," and then proceed with the words of the oath prescribed by law, omitting any words of imprecation or calling to witness.
Every affirmation in writing shall commence — "I, , of do solemnly and sincerely affirm", and the form in lieu of jurat shall be "Affirmed at this day of 20 . Before me.".