2016 Oklahoma Statutes
Title 12. Civil Procedure
§12-2611.8. Determination of whether to allow child witness to testify by an alternative method.
If the judge or presiding officer determines that a standard under Section 5 of this act has been met, the judge or presiding officer shall determine whether to allow a child witness to testify by an alternative method and in doing so shall consider:
1. Alternative methods reasonably available;
2. Available means for protecting the interests of or reducing emotional trauma to the child without resort to an alternative method;
3. The nature of the case;
4. The relative rights of the parties;
5. The importance of the proposed testimony of the child;
6. The nature and degree of emotional trauma that the child may suffer if an alternative method is not used; and
7. Any other relevant factor.
Added by Laws 2003, c. 405, § 6, eff. Nov. 1, 2003.
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