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NVRA Study Guide - Questions and Answers, Complete Solutions Agency reporter delivers completed transcript to agency. The reporter is then contacted by the attorney that the transcript has not been ... received. The reporter should contact the agency to determine why the transcript has not been delivered. Under what conditions may an agency transcribe a deposition taken by a reporter who is no longer with the firm? It is permissible when diligent efforts to contact the reporter have proven unsuccessful. One reporter works with another reporter whose immediate family member works for the firm appearing for deposition. The reporter should disclose the relationship immediately. What is not found in the NVRA's Code of Ethics? "an individual must show evidence of being a Verbatim Reporter, CART Provider, Captioner, or other related profession" Attributes of a professional reporter. confidentiality and punctuality The reporter appears for a telephone deposition. The attorneys are present, but the witness is appearing by telephone. The attorneys stipulate that the swearing of the witness will have the same effect as if done in person. Which of the following actions should the reporter take? Inform the attorneys that a duly authorized person must administer the oath in the physical presence of the witness. An hour after going on the record, the reporter informs the attorneys that the witness was not sworn and asks if a retroactive oath may be administered. One attorney agrees but the other does not to the retroactive oath. The reporter should administer the regular oath. The attorneys can argue the matter before a judge if necessary. The reporter is informed by an attorney that payment has not been received by their client. The reporter should contact the attorney and inform him that he is responsible for payment. Permissible action taken by a reporter after a deposition transcript has become public record. The transcript may be sold to third parties. An official reporter receives a notice of appeal in a criminal case and a request for an electronic copy. The reporter should deliver the transcript and electronic copy in a timely manner as provided by statute, court order, or agreement. Qualities of a professional reporter. Treating clients in a fair and impartial manner and joining a professional association. When an attorney is requested by either party for an overnight transcript. Inform opposing counsel of the request and consult the judge for a ruling if unable to prepare both transcripts. Guidelines for substituting a reporter. Ensure that the substitute is qualified to report the proceeding. How a reporter may make corrections to a deposition transcript. By executing an errata sheet. Possessive form of a singular noun ending in S. Mr. Cross's testimony is correct. When a deposition witness refuses to be sworn or make an affirmation. The reporter should ask the attorneys present to instruct the witness. Correct punctuation. Please mark Exhibit No. 4. According to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, what must a witness who is requesting to read and sign the transcript do? The witness must sign a statement listing the changes in form or substance and the reasons for making them. Which word also means "swamp"? Slough. When one attorney asks for an excerpted portion of the testimony to be transcribed and delivered to them. The reporter should notify the attorney that opposing counsel must be informed and offer them the same opportunity to order the excerpt. When can money placed on deposit for a transcript be used by a reporter? When the transcript has been completed and delivered. What is an ex parte proceeding? A proceeding in which all parties are not present or given the opportunity to be heard. What must a reporter retain for a period of time specified by their state of licensure? Exhibits & voice file. Correct word usage. Watching and listening to television is unproductive. What is an errata page? A statement signed by the deponent listing changes in the form or substance of his testimony and the reasons for making such changes. Correct capitalization. The theft included 40 Turkish towels. Correct capitalization. Tylenol. According to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, what must a reporter attest to on the certificate page? The transcript is true and accurate of the material reported on the date set forth. Correct word usage. She set forth the information in her brief. Correct word usage. He preferred to err on the side of caution. Correct word usage. She had to alter her plans due to weather. Correct word usage. The two companies were in collusion on the merger. Correct capitalization. The Spanish requested that the original treaty signed by the English be honored. Involuntary, rapid, horizontal, vertical, rotary, or mixed movements of the eyeball. Nystagmus. Correct sentence structure. Don, together with all his friends, is studying for the algebra test. Role of a grand jury. To determine probable cause. [Show More]

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