Why Video Record my Deposition?

There are several reasons why showing a video of a witness in court can be beneficial. First, videos can provide a clear and accurate representation of what the witness saw or experienced. This can be especially useful if the event in question was visual in nature, such as a car accident or a crime.

 

Videos can be used to demonstrate the demeanor and credibility of the witness. For example, if the witness appears to be calm and collected in the video, this can help to establish their credibility as a reliable witness. On the other hand, if the witness appears nervous or evasive in the video, this may raise questions about their reliability.

 

There multiple are studies that exist to show the use of video evidence in court helps in increasing the accuracy of the testimony and also it helps in assessing the credibility of the witness.

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For example, a study by researchers from the University of Sussex in the UK found that video evidence is more effective than written statements in helping jurors to make accurate judgments about the credibility of witnesses. The study found that jurors were more likely to correctly identify credible witnesses when they were able to see and hear them in a video recording, as opposed to just reading a written statement.

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One study, published in the Journal of Forensic Psychology in 2010, found that video recordings can be especially useful in helping juries to evaluate the credibility of child witnesses. The study found that juries were more likely to correctly identify credible child witnesses when they were able to see and hear them in a video recording, as opposed to just reading a written statement.

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Another study, published in the journal Psychology, Crime & Law in 2012, found that video evidence can be more effective than written statements in helping juries to make accurate judgments about the credibility of witnesses who have a cognitive impairment. The study found that juries were more likely to correctly identify credible witnesses with cognitive impairments when they were able to see and hear them in a video recording, as opposed to just reading a written statement.

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These studies are consistent with other research that suggest that video evidence can be an effective tool for increasing the accuracy of testimony and helping to establish the credibility of witnesses in court, particularly in the case of child witnesses or those with cognitive impairment. However, as with any type of evidence, it is important to ensure the authenticity of the video and to consider the context and any potential biases in the recording.

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