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670.20 – 670.20 | New York Law

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670.20 – 670.20

New York Criminal Procedure § 670.20

Statute Summary

NY CPL § 670.20 - Use in a criminal proceeding of testimony given in a previous proceeding; procedure 670.20 Use in a criminal proceeding of testimony given in a previous proceeding; procedure. 1. In any criminal action or proceeding other than a grand jury proceeding, a party thereto who desires to offer in evidence testimony of a witness given in a previous action or proceeding as provided in section 670.10, must so move, either in writing or orally in open court, and m

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 670.20 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.