(1)

Evidence in chief at a hearing or trial must be given by affidavit.

(2) Oral evidence may be adduced at a hearing or trial only if:

(a)

a witness refuses to swear an affidavit; and

(b)

notice to that effect has been given under subparagraph 15.07 (2) (b) (ii).

Note
This rule applies unless the court orders otherwise (see rule 1.12).