NRS 50.590

Factors for determining whether to permit alternative method

Known as the Uniform Child Witness Testimony by Alternative Methods Act

The act spans §§ 50–50 (64 sections).

Applied in 1 court decision — leading case GORDON VS. GEIGER (CHILD CUSTODY) (2017)

Most recently applied in GORDON VS. GEIGER (CHILD CUSTODY) (September 2017)

(Added to NRS by 2003, 989)

If the presiding officer determines that a standard pursuant to NRS 50.580 has been met, the presiding officer shall determine whether to allow a child witness to testify by an alternative method. In making this determination, the presiding officer shall consider:

1. Alternative methods reasonably available;

2. Available means for protecting the interests of or reducing emotional trauma to the child without resorting 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.

Official source: Nevada Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Nevada statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.