(1) |
In any criminal proceeding or juvenile court proceeding regarding or involving a child, examination and cross-examination of a victim or witness 13 years of age or younger shall be conducted in age-appropriate language. |
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(2) |
(a) |
The court may appoint an advisor to assist a witness 13 years of age or younger in understanding questions asked by counsel. |
(b) |
The advisor is not required to be an attorney. |
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Amended by Chapter 352, 1995 General Session