Nevada § 50.570 - Hearing to determine whether to allow testimony by alternative method
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 50.570 — Hearing to determine whether to allow testimony by alternative method, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50.570. Hearing to determine whether to allow testimony by alternative method
1. The presiding officer in a criminal or noncriminal proceeding: (a) May order a hearing to determine whether to allow a child witness to testify by
an alternative method. (b) For good cause shown, shall order the hearing upon motion of a party, a child
witness, or a natural person determined by the presiding officer to have sufficient
standing to act on behalf of the child. 2. A hearing to determine whether to allow a child witness to testify 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 the rules of privilege.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 50.570
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 50.570 cover?
Section 50.570 ("Hearing to determine whether to allow testimony by alternative method") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. 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 Nevada § 50.570?
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