At a preliminary examination a witness testified and defendant's lawyer decided to forego crossexamination. At trial the witness balked and refused to testify.
The earlier testimony may be read into the trial without violating the defendants Confrontation Clause rights.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Question 2
A defendant must be present in chambers when a judge questions a child witness in a sexual violation case to determine the child's ability to tell the truth.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
