(1)  A judicial authority wishing to take evidence in this State may appoint a person to take and receive evidence in this State.

(2)  An appointed person may –

(a) take or receive evidence in this State for the judicial authority; and

(b) administer an oath for that purpose.

(3)  An appointed person appointed by a judicial authority that is not a court or judge may only take and receive evidence or administer an oath in this State with the written consent of the Attorney-General.