Court Reporter Practice Exam

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What does "on the record" mean in a deposition setting?

Statements are recorded by the court reporter
Evidence is submitted to the court
Witnesses are sworn in
Attorneys are present during testimony

The correct answer is: Statements are recorded by the court reporter

In a deposition setting, the phrase "on the record" signifies that all statements made during the deposition are being officially recorded by the court reporter. This includes everything that is said in response to questions posed by attorneys, as well as any comments or interruptions that may occur during the testimony. The recorded testimony can later be transcribed and used as part of the legal proceedings, so it is critical that everything is accurately captured. This ensures that there is a reliable account of what was discussed, which can be referred to in future legal contexts such as trials or motions. While other aspects, such as evidence submission and witness swearing, are important components of legal proceedings, they do not specifically pertain to the act of being "on the record."