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Can a witnesss testimony be videotaped instead of physically appearing in court?

April 26, 2017appearing Court physically testimony videotaped

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Can a witnesss testimony be videotaped instead of physically appearing in court?

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Generally, no. The defendant in a criminal case has a constitutional right to confront and cross-examine witnesses testifying against him or her in person. In rare circumstances, child witnesses may be able to testify via closed-circuit television.