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Grammar, Punctuation, and Transcript Formatting Flashcards

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  1. In transcript formatting, how are exhibits referenced when introduced into testimony?

    Answer: With a parenthetical: '(Plaintiff's Exhibit 1 was marked.)'

    Exhibits are noted in parenthetical asides within the transcript at the point of introduction.

  2. How should a transcript reflect simultaneous crosstalk between two attorneys?

    Answer: Note '(Simultaneous crosstalk.)' and then report what could be discerned

    Crosstalk is noted parenthetically and any intelligible portions are transcribed as accurately as possible.

  3. What does the NCRA style guide recommend for transcribing profanity spoken in testimony?

    Answer: Transcribe it verbatim exactly as spoken

    Verbatim accuracy requires transcribing all words spoken in testimony, including profanity.

  4. When a witness corrects themselves mid-sentence, how is this reflected in the transcript?

    Answer: Transcribe exactly as spoken, including the self-correction

    Verbatim transcription captures corrections as they are spoken, preserving the full record.

  5. How should a court reporter indicate laughter during proceedings?

    Answer: With a parenthetical notation: '(Laughter.)'

    Non-verbal occurrences like laughter are captured with parenthetical notations in the transcript.

  6. What is the standard line-per-page count for a formatted deposition transcript?

    Answer: 25 lines per page

    The industry standard for formatted legal transcripts is 25 lines per page.

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