Sworn testimony -- Read in evidence.

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  • (1) The sworn testimony of a case which is contained in the authenticated record of proceedings of a court of inquiry, of a person whose oral testimony cannot be obtained, may be read in evidence by any party before a military court if:
    • (a) otherwise admissible under the rules of evidence;
    • (b) the accused was a party before the court of inquiry;
    • (c) the same issue was involved or the accused consents to the introduction of the evidence; or
    • (d) the accused was physically present when the testimony was taken.
  • (2) The testimony may be read in evidence:
    • (a) before a court of inquiry or a military board; or
    • (b) by the defense only in cases extending to the dismissal of a commissioned officer.




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