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;
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Terms Used In Idaho Code 9-1806

  • Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(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.