Bowman has been very clear about wanting FO to have zero contact with MT, presumably for very valid reasons. MT and FO are being tried separately in criminal court. My understanding is that the civil deposition would take place in GF atty office in Hartford. So, picture MT giving her deposition with FO sitting possibly 6 ft away in a conference room? Yikes! Awkward, Uncomfortably, Possibly Scary and Certainly Intimidating I would think. MT could also be facing GF as I believe she has the right to be present as well. Not sure if she thinks its worth her personal time to spend the day going to Hartford but I think she has right be be present as well.
Perhaps the State will make the suggestion to have a video hookup for FO to watch from another location. But I agree with Bowman that keeping these 2 parties apart makes quite a bit of sense for a variety of reasons. Expect Pattis to argue strongly about FO rights etc. and get out his constitutional law text book and blast away. But I hope calm and logic from the Judge will prevail and FO kept away from MT while still being able to hear via phone or video.
MOO