Connecticut General Statutes Title 45A. Probate Courts and Procedure § 45a-667f. Testimony taken in another state. Evidence transmitted by technological means
Current as of June 28, 2021 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
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(a) In a proceeding for involuntary representation in this state, in addition to other procedures that may be available, testimony of a witness who is located in another state may be offered by deposition or other means allowable in this state for testimony taken in another state. A court of probate on its own motion may order that the testimony of a witness be taken in another state and may prescribe the manner in which and the terms upon which the testimony is to be taken.
(b) In a proceeding for involuntary representation in this state, a court of probate may permit a witness located in another state to be deposed or to testify by telephone or audiovisual or other electronic means. A court of probate shall cooperate with the court of the other state in designating an appropriate location for the deposition or testimony.
(c) Documentary evidence transmitted from another state to a court of probate by technological means that do not produce an original writing may not be excluded from evidence on an objection based on the best evidence rule.
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