(a) On the court’s motion or a party’s motion, the court may order a video recording of a deaf witness’s testimony and the interpreter’s interpretation of that testimony to use in verifying the transcription of the reporter‘s notes.
(b) If a party requests, the clerk of the court shall include the recording in the appellate record.

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Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 21.007

  • Appellate: About appeals; an appellate court has the power to review the judgement of another lower court or tribunal.
  • Reporter: Makes a record of court proceedings and prepares a transcript, and also publishes the court's opinions or decisions (in the courts of appeals).
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.