What is true regarding testimony given at a deposition?
1. It is sworn testimony and may not be altered at trial.
2. The testimony given is sworn, but may be altered at trial if the witness desires.
3. The testimony is not sworn and can be changed at any time.
4. It is testimony that is not sworn that is given to an attorney after trial begins.
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Rationale: Depositions are a process in which information given becomes a legal record of the court relevant to the case. Witnesses provide sworn testimony that is not altered at trial once given. Depositions are completed prior to the trial.
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