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(1) A request by the Central Authority of a foreign State or by the competent authority of a foreign entity for assistance to examine a witness before a competent court of the Republic which is exercising jurisdiction over a criminal matter shall specify as appropriate

(a) the personal particulars of that witness including the name and address or official designation,

(b) the questions relating to the subject matter to be put to the witness to be examined orally or in writing,

(c) whether it is desired that the oath be administered to the witness or by solemn affirmation,

(d) whether the witness will be examined orally or in writing,

(e) any special requirement in respect of the manner of taking evidence to ascertain admissibility, and

(f) any requirement as to privilege or exemption from giving evidence which appear relevant to the request.

(2) The Central Authority of the foreign State or the competent authority of the foreign entity may by the request seek permission from the appropriate authority for the accused person or the legal representative of the accused person to attend the examination of the witness and ask questions of the witness.