Rule 66 - Participation in Hearing by Electronic MeansSection 66.1 When participation by electronic means permitted(a) Unless otherwise prohibited by law, on request of a party, witness, or attorney of record or on the court's own motion, the court may allow participation in a hearing, conference or deposition by electronic means.(b) In determining whether to allow participation by electronic means, the court shall consider:(1) the importance, subject matter and nature of the proceeding;(2) the nature of the rights at issue;(3) the technology available to the court, parties, witnesses and attorneys;(4) whether surprise or prejudice would result from electronic participation;(5) any efficiency or cost savings to be achieved by allowing participation by electronic means;(6) whether participation by electronic means will allow full and effective examination and cross-examination;(7) the convenience of the parties and witnesses, including representatives of state agencies; and(8) other relevant factors.Adopted November 7, 2012, effective 7/1/2013; Section 66.1 amended effective 7/1/2022.