Oklahoma § 12-2611.8 - Determination of whether to allow child witness to

§ 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.

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 12. Civil Procedure