Lack. Cnty. Pa. 4017.1

As amended through January 1, 2018
Rule 4017.1 - Objections During Videotape Depositions
(a) Counsel making an objection during a videotape deposition shall simply state "objection," upon which the video operator shall stop the videotape. Further argument or discussion shall be made off camera but on the written transcript.
(b) During a discussion or argument, the witness shall be excused from the room at the request of any party.
(c) An instruction by counsel to a witness that the witness shall not answer a question shall be sufficient basis for other counsel to suspend the deposition and present the question for resolution under Lacka. Co. R.C.P. 4012. Every reasonable effort shall be made to resolve the matter under Lacka. Co. R.C.P. 4012 during the deposition.

Lack. Cnty. Pa. 4017.1

Amended effective November 2014.