Factors For Determining Whether To Permit Alternative Method

TITLE 9 EVIDENCE CHAPTER 18 UNIFORM CHILD WITNESS TESTIMONY BY ALTERNATIVE METHODS ACT 9-1806. Factors for determining whether to permit alternative method. If the presiding officer determines that a standard under section 9-1805 , Idaho Code, has been met, the presiding officer shall determine whether to allow the presentation of the testimony of a child witness 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.