Virginia § 64.2-2104 - Taking testimony in another state
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 64.2-2104 — Taking testimony in another state, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 64.2-2104. Taking testimony in another state
A. In a guardianship or protective proceeding, in addition to other procedures that may be available, testimony of a witness who is located in another state may be offered by deposition or other means allowable in the Commonwealth for testimony taken in another state. The court on its own motion may order that the testimony of a witness be taken in another state and may prescribe the manner in which and the terms upon which the testimony is to be taken.
B. In a guardianship or protective proceeding, a court in the Commonwealth may permit a witness located in another state to be deposed or to testify by telephone or audiovisual or other electronic means. A court in the Commonwealth shall cooperate with the court of the other state in designating an appropriate location for the deposition or testimony.
C. Documentary evidence transmitted from another state to a court of the Commonwealth by technological means that do not produce an original writing may not be excluded from evidence on an objection based on the best evidence rule.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 64.2-2104
What does Code of Virginia § 64.2-2104 cover?
Section 64.2-2104 ("Taking testimony in another state") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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