(1) An application for a DECCD access order may be made in person.
(2) An application for a DECCD access order made under this section must be in writing in the form prescribed by the regulations.
(3) A Magistrate must not issue a DECCD access order under this section unless the information given by the applicant in or in connection with the application is verified before the Magistrate--(a) on oath or affirmation, or(b) by affidavit.
(4) A Magistrate may administer an oath or affirmation or take an affidavit for the purposes of an application for a DECCD access order.