{"product_id":"the-oath-keeper-law-practice-of-commissioners-for-oaths-by-khong-zhi-jian-2026","title":"The Oath Keeper: Law \u0026 Practice of Commissioners for Oaths by Khong Zhi Jian | 2026*","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe Oath Keeper: Law \u0026amp; Practice of Commissioners for Oaths by Khong Zhi Jian | 2026*\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKhong Zhi Jian, Henry Ooi Hwa Ree, Esther Leong Kar Hong\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDec 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9786297851761\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftcover + eBook \/ eBook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet \u0026amp; Maxwell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Guide to the Roles, Powers and Practices of Commissioners for Oaths.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMisunderstandings concerning the authority, responsibilities and functions of Commissioners for Oaths (CFOs) remain prevalent among the public. Even within the profession, differing interpretations of the extent of their powers and jurisdiction have contributed to uncertainty and confusion. While affixing an official seal may appear to be a straightforward administrative task, it involves the exercise of professional judgment and a thorough understanding of the relevant circumstances, the purpose of the transaction and the legal requirements governing the administration of oaths, affirmations and other formal declarations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis comprehensive publication provides an authoritative examination of the legal framework, professional practices, duties and obligations of Commissioners for Oaths in Malaysia. It explores essential aspects of the profession, including appointment procedures, statutory powers, professional ethics, regulatory compliance, document administration, financial management and emerging challenges. The book also incorporates comparative perspectives on related legal office holders and practices in selected international jurisdictions, offering valuable insights into the broader legal and professional context.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to support both aspiring and practising Commissioners for Oaths, this publication serves as a practical handbook for newly appointed officers and a reliable reference for experienced professionals. It identifies the relevant legislation and prescribed forms, explains the technical procedures involved in administering oaths and affirmations, and provides guidance on the proper execution and authentication of documents. Particular emphasis is placed on clarifying the lawful scope of a Commissioner's authority to ensure that official duties are performed accurately, responsibly and in accordance with applicable legal requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining detailed legal analysis with practical guidance, this book is an essential resource for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommissioners for Oaths, prospective appointees, legal practitioners, members of the judiciary, legal academics and individuals involved in the administration of statutory declarations and sworn documents in Malaysia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features of The Oath Keeper: Law \u0026amp; Practice of Commissioners for Oaths by Khong Zhi Jian | 2026: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowers and Jurisdiction of Commissioners for Oaths:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Examines the historical development of their statutory authority, jurisdiction and responsibilities, together with their application in contemporary legal practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComprehensive Legislative References:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides an extensive compilation and examination of relevant legislation, regulations and legal provisions governing the duties and functions of Commissioners for Oaths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrescribed Forms and Administrative Procedures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Offers clear explanations of the required forms, their purposes and the appropriate procedures for administering oaths, affirmations and other formal declarations under different circumstances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical Guidance on Document Execution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides useful insights into managing deponents, verifying documentation, administering oaths and affirmations, and ensuring the proper execution of prescribed forms in accordance with legal requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents of The Oath Keeper: Law \u0026amp; Practice of Commissioners for Oaths by Khong Zhi Jian | 2026:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistory of Oaths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoverning Laws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoverning Institution and Interested Organisations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppointment, Suspension and Cessation of Appointment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetup and Tools of the Trade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJurisdiction, Functions and Duties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Regulatory Compliances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMisconduct, Offences and Consequences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms, Terms and Technicalities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFees and Charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinancial Management and Taxation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficials With Similar Functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross Jurisdictional Comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObstacles, Restrictions and Ongoing Concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Authors: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhong Zhi Jian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the Managing Partner of Tan \u0026amp; Khong Chambers and a practising advocate and solicitor. Since his appointment as a Commissioner for Oaths in 2022, he has gained valuable experience in the administration of oaths and legal documentation. He previously held the position of Head of the Legal Bureau of Pertubuhan Gabungan Pesuruhjaya Sumpah Malaysia. Drawing upon his professional background in legal practice and document administration, he offers practical insights and legal expertise concerning the powers, duties and responsibilities of Commissioners for Oaths in Malaysia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOoi Hwa Ree (Henry)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has been serving as a Commissioner for Oaths since 2020 and has undertaken several leadership responsibilities within Pertubuhan Gabungan Pesuruhjaya Sumpah Malaysia, including serving as Deputy Treasurer and Perlis State Coordinator. His experience as a Commissioner for Oaths from a non-legal professional background provides a distinctive perspective on the operational and procedural challenges encountered in daily practice. His contributions offer valuable insights into the practical concerns faced by Commissioners for Oaths and members of the public seeking their services.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEsther Leong Kar Hong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a practising advocate and solicitor with experience advising and assisting clients on matters involving Commissioners for Oaths. As an emerging legal practitioner who regularly handles documents requiring the administration of oaths and affirmations, she brings a contemporary and practice-oriented perspective to the subject. Her contributions help clarify complex legal and procedural considerations, offering practical guidance on the interpretation and application of the principles discussed in this publication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFind more books like The Oath Keeper: Law \u0026amp; Practice of Commissioners for Oaths: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshualegalartgallery.com\/collections\" title=\"All Books\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eAll Books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Law Books Malaysia | Joshua Legal Art Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Book (Softcover + eBook)","offer_id":47176593572036,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":true},{"title":"eBook","offer_id":47176593604804,"sku":null,"price":174.8,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/0405\/4062\/files\/Library_Poster_-_2026-11-06T121046.981.jpg?v=1793938263","url":"https:\/\/www.joshualegalartgallery.com\/products\/the-oath-keeper-law-practice-of-commissioners-for-oaths-by-khong-zhi-jian-2026","provider":"Law Books Malaysia | Joshua Legal Art Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}