CPL 660.20 · Article 660. Securing Testimony For Use In a Subsequent Proceeding--examination of Witnesses Conditionally
Examination of witnesses conditionally; grounds for order
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§ 660.20 Examination of witnesses conditionally; grounds for order.
An order directing examination of a witness conditionally must be based upon the ground that there is reasonable cause to believe that such witness:
1. Possesses information material to the criminal action or proceeding in issue; and
2. Will not be amenable or responsive to legal process or available as a witness at a time when his testimony will be sought, either because he is:
(a) About to leave the state and not return for a substantial period of time; or
(b) Physically ill or incapacited.
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