WHAT IS THE REMEDY OF A PARTY IN CASE OF AN UNAVAILABILITY OF A WITNESS?

     The  party  can  avail  of  the  modes  of  discovery,  particularly deposition—in  the  manner  of  questions  and  answers  to  be answered by the witness

     The examination shall be CONDITIONAL
 

WHO WILL CONDUCT THE DEPOSITION?

     It depends if it’s a witness for the prosecution or defense

     If  the  witness  is  for  the  defense,  the  deposition  can  by  done  by the  judge,  if  impracticable,  by  a  member  of  the  bar  in  good standing designated, or by an inferior court

     If  the  witness  is  for  the  prosecution,  the  deposition  can  only  be done by the judge