NC H505

Creates a new hearsay exception allowing statements to be admitted against a party who wrongfully caused or acquiesced in causing a witness's unavailability, such as when a defendant kills or intimidates a victim to prevent testimony

Extends the statute of limitations for certain domestic violence-related misdemeanors from 2 years to 10 years from the commission of the crime

Establishes a framework for domestic violence victim witnesses to testify remotely (outside the defendant's physical presence) in criminal proceedings, with specific procedures for notice, objection, and court authorization

Requires courts to find that the victim would suffer serious emotional distress from testifying in the defendant's presence and that their ability to communicate would be impaired before authorizing remote testimony over defendant's objection

Mandates that remote testimony technology allow the judge, jury, and defendant to observe the witness's demeanor in real time, while ensuring defense counsel has full cross-examination opportunity and private communication with the defendant