D. Neb. NECivR 30.1

Video depositions are authorized without a prior motion and order.

(a) Notice.

The deposition notice must state that the deposition will be recorded by

video.

(b) Identification of Camera Operator.

At the deposition, the camera operator must be identified. An employee of

the attorney who noticed the deposition may operate the camera.

(c) Swearing of Witness.

The witness must be sworn on camera.

(d) Camera Operation.

The camera must be directed at the witness at all times, showing a head

and shoulders view. Close-up views of exhibits are allowed as requested by

the questioning attorney.

(e) Voluntary Resolution of Objections.

Before trial, a party seeking to use the deposition at trial must initiate the

voluntary resolution of objections made at the deposition.

(f) Unresolved Objections.

The party seeking to use the deposition at trial must submit any unresolved

objections to the court in a motion in limine after the deposition, but no later

than 7 days before trial or, alternatively, the date set by the pretrial order. A

transcript of the video must accompany the motion.