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An oral deposition is when a witness gives testimony outside of court, usually in a lawyer's office, and it is recorded by a court reporter. The purpose of an oral deposition is to gather evidence for use in court or for discovery purposes.
These examples illustrate how oral depositions can be used in different situations, such as when a witness is unable to attend a trial or when an organization needs to designate a representative to testify on its behalf.