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2017 Oregon Revised Statutes
Volume : 04 - Criminal Procedure, Crimes
Chapter 136 - Criminal Trials
Section 136.420 - Testimony to be given orally in court; exceptions.
Universal Citation: OR Rev Stat § 136.420 (2017)
In a criminal action, the testimony of a witness shall be given orally in the presence of the court and jury, except:
(1) In the case of a witness whose testimony is taken by deposition by order of the court in pursuance of the consent of the parties, as provided in ORS 136.080 to 136.100; or
(2) As provided in ORS 131.045. [Formerly 136.530; 2009 c.219 §1]
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