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Although China does not permit the taking of depos for U.S. courts, there is a workaround to get the testimony you need.

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China Reporters: What you need to know

Before you schedule a court reporter in China, learn more about the rules and regulations regarding U.S. depositions in China.

1

Are there any restrictions on holding a U.S. depo in China?

Yes

China does not permit the taking of depositions or witness statements in China for use in foreign courts. Even conducting a deposition in a hotel room with an oath by private persons could result in criminal penalties under Chinese law. The restrictions also extend to telephonic depos and depos by videoconference. Beyond being merely frowned upon, participation in unauthorized depositions can result in serious sanctions, from deportation to the arrest and detention of attorneys and other participants.

2

Is there a workaround for deposing a witness based in China?

Yes

The best solution is to have your witness travel from mainland China to Taiwan and take your deposition there. Depositions are completely legal and there are no restrictions for taking them outside of China.

3

Can depos in Taiwan take place at any venue (hotel, conference room, etc.)?

Yes

Depositions in Taiwan can take place at the venue of your choosing, whether that be a hotel, law firm office, conference room, or videoconferencing facility.

4

Does a U.S. passport holder need a visa to enter Taiwan?

No

U.S. passport holders may enter Taiwan for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa.

5

Are there court reporters in Asia for U.S. depositions?

Yes

Optima Juris has local court reporters throughout Asia, which means little to no travel costs for you.

6

Can Optima Juris help me set up my depo?

Yes

We will take care of all the tricky logistics so you don’t have to stress about the details.

Expert international court reporting services in Taiwan for a China-based witness

Optima Juris has everything you need to successfully depose a China-based witness in Taiwan. We work with elite court reporters and legal professionals to make sure your deposition or arbitration is in the right hands.

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Remote Depositions

Remote depositions allow attorneys to conduct international depositions without the cost or hassle of traveling to the witness. There are 2 types of remote depositions: Court Reporter with the Witness AND Court Reporter NOT with the Witness.

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Local court reporters

Our trusted court reporters have extensive international experience, along with the know-how to get the job done with the highest-quality results.

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Legal videographers

Legal videographers trained in the U.S. Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, so you can be sure that your video record will be taken in a manner consistent with your jurisdiction’s requirements.

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Interpreters

Internationally-accredited language professionals with deposition experience and unbending standards of quality.

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Videoconferencing

Our leading network of 2,500+ videoconference and telepresence facilities is unmatched by any of our competitors.

Must-read deposition guide for China

Our experts have created a complimentary guide every lawyer, paralegal and court reporting agency should read. The International Depo Guide for China is a 6-page PDF that covers frequently asked questions, tips on how to swear in a witness abroad, best options for deposing a witness remotely, a user-friendly checklist, and travel tips.

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Options for attending your deposition or arbitration of a China-based witness in Taiwan

Thanks to better Internet connectivity worldwide, many new options have arisen for conducting a deposition or arbitration anywhere in the world. Below is a reference guide of the different options for your deposition or arbitration in Taiwan.

Attending Deposition In Person

Attorneys, court reporter, videographer, and interpreter physically present with the witness.*

Advantages:
Typically this an ideal
scenario to get the clearest record and you are less likely to encounter technical issues.

Disadvantages:
Travel costs can add up quickly.

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Remote Deposition - Court Reporter WITH the witness

Attorneys participate remotely. Court reporter, videographer, and interpreter physically present with the witness.*

Advantages:
Having the court reporter present with the witness is ideal for the clearest record. You can save on travel costs by having the attorneys participate remotely.

Disadvantages:
Some travel costs may incur for the court reporter, although our goal is always to find the closest court reporter to your witness.

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Remote Deposition - Court Reporter NOT WITH the witness

Attorneys, witness, and court reporter participate remotely from different locations.*

Advantages:
Cost-effective solution that allows everyone to participate remotely without needing to travel. Our court reporters are trained in remote depositions and know how to get the clearest record.

Disadvantages:
Remote connections can be prone to pauses, interruptions, and/or connection lost due to network issues.

*For the best and clearest record we always recommend that the court reporter, videographer and interpreter be physically present with the witness.

As CEO of Optima Juris, I guarantee that you will be getting the highest quality deposition services abroad. We stand by our services 100% and most importantly, we take away the anxiety of scheduling an international depo.

Ian Hardy
CEO/Founder
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Optima Juris’ 100% Peace of Mind Guarantee*

At Optima Juris we are committed to providing you with the very best deposition services abroad without the stress or hassle. We guarantee that your court reporter and deposition team will show up on-time, where instructed, and that the results (transcript, video, interpretation, etc.) will be at the same level you would expect when conducting a deposition in your home town in the States. If that’s not the case, we’ll refund you fully for the defective service, no questions asked. This guarantee is subject to limitations, exclusions, and conditions as outlined in our terms & conditions.

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