Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 12-2611.6: Hearing – Determination of whether to use alternative

method testimony.

A. The judge or presiding officer in a criminal or noncriminal

proceeding may order a hearing to determine whether to allow a child

witness to testify by an alternative method. The judge or presiding

officer, for good cause shown, shall order the hearing upon motion

of a party, a child witness, or an individual determined by the

judge or presiding officer to have sufficient standing to act on

behalf of the child.

B. A hearing to determine whether to allow a child witness to

testify by an alternative method shall be conducted on the record

after reasonable notice to all parties, any nonparty movant, and any

other person the presiding officer specifies. The presence of the

child is not required at the hearing unless ordered by the judge or

presiding officer. In conducting the hearing, the judge or

presiding officer shall not be bound by rules of evidence except the

rules of privilege.