If the presiding officer determines that a standard under section 9-1805 , Idaho Code, has been met, the presiding officer shall determine whether to allow the presentation of the testimony of a child witness by an alternative method and in doing so shall consider: (1) Alternative methods reasonably available; (2) Available means for protecting the interests of or reducing emotional trauma to the child without resort to an alternative method; (3) The nature of the case; (4) The relative rights of the parties; (5) The importance of the proposed testimony of the child; (6) The nature and degree of emotional trauma that the child may suffer if an alternative method is not used; and (7) Any other relevant factor.
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