Nebraska Statutes 25-1240. Testimony; how taken
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The testimony of witnesses may be taken in four modes: (1) By affidavit; (2) by deposition; (3) by oral examination; and (4) by videotape of an examination conducted prior to the time of trial for use at trial in accordance with procedures provided by law.
Source
- R.S.1867, Code § 366, p. 454;
- R.S.1913, § 7932;
- C.S.1922, § 8874;
- C.S.1929, § 20-1240;
- R.S.1943, § 25-1240;
- Laws 1973, LB 504, § 2.
Terms Used In Nebraska Statutes 25-1240
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Deposition: An oral statement made before an officer authorized by law to administer oaths. Such statements are often taken to examine potential witnesses, to obtain discovery, or to be used later in trial.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.