Who can make a statutory declaration?

Anyone may make a Commonwealth statutory declaration, provided they understand:

1 what a statutory declaration is

2 everything they state in the form must be true

3 the consequences of making a false declaration.

It is a good idea to check with the organisation requesting the statutory declaration whether they have any requirements or limitations.

An organisation cannot make a statutory declaration.

However, someone from within the organisation, who has the relevant knowledge, can make the statutory declaration.

For example, a company director can make a statutory declaration on behalf of their company.

Your obligations

It is important not to make a false statement in a statutory declaration. This is a serious issue. You may be charged with a criminal offence which carries the possibility of a fine or even jail.