Idaho § 9-1804 - Hearing whether to allow testimony by alternative method
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 9-1804 — Hearing whether to allow testimony by alternative method, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-1804. Hearing whether to allow testimony by alternative method
(1) The presiding officer of a criminal or noncriminal proceeding may order a hearing to determine whether to allow presentation of the testimony of a child witness by an alternative method. The presiding officer, for good cause shown, shall order the hearing upon motion of a party, a child witness, or an individual determined by the presiding officer to have sufficient standing to act on behalf of the child.
(2) A hearing to determine whether to allow presentation of the testimony of a child witness by an alternative method must be conducted on the record after reasonable notice to all parties, any nonparty movant, and any other person the presiding officer specifies. The child’s presence is not required at the hearing unless ordered by the presiding officer. In conducting the hearing, the presiding officer is not bound by rules of evidence, except for the rules of privilege.
[9-1804, added 2003, ch. 152, sec. 2, p. 438.]
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 9-1804
What does Idaho Statutes § 9-1804 cover?
Section 9-1804 ("Hearing whether to allow testimony by alternative method") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 9-1804?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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