Permits victims and witnesses of human trafficking to testify in criminal proceedings via closed circuit television; permits judge to make motion to seek closed circuit testimony.
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Overview
This bill allows victims and witnesses of certain crimes, particularly human trafficking, to testify in court via closed circuit television. It enables a judge to request this testimony if there’s a significant risk the witness would suffer severe emotional distress in a traditional courtroom setting. The bill outlines specific procedures for requesting and implementing closed circuit testimony, including safeguards for witnesses under 18 and rules regarding recording and the use of audio recordings in appeals.
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