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Do you mean “deposition example”? Below is a short, general example of a civil deposition transcript (abridged) plus a brief explanation and a few preparation tips. If you need a particular kind (e.g., personal-injury, employment, or corporate 30(b)(6)), tell me and I’ll tailor it.
What a deposition is (short)
- A deposition is sworn, out‑of‑court testimony by a witness (the deponent) used to discover facts and preserve testimony. It’s conducted under oath, recorded by a court reporter, and usually includes attorneys for both sides. Local rules and practice vary.
Abridged sample deposition transcript (personal-injury/car-accident example)
Caption: In the Circuit Court of X County — John Smith v. Mary Jones — Case No. 12345
Appearances:
- For Plaintiff: Susan Attorney, Esq.
- For Defendant: Robert Lawyer, Esq.
- Deponent: Mary Jones
- Court Reporter: Emma Reporter, RPR
(Reporter’s oath)
COURT REPORTER: Do you swear or affirm to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?
DEPONENT: I do.
EXAMINATION BY MS. ATTORNEY (Plaintiff’s counsel)
Q. Please state your full name for the record.
A. Mary Elizabeth Jones.
Q. What is your current address?
A. 456 Oak Street, Anytown, State.
Q. How old are you?
A. 38.
Q. Where were you on June 12, 2023, at approximately 3:00 p.m.?
A. I was driving east on Main Street toward the intersection with Pine.
Q. Describe what happened at that intersection.
A. I entered the intersection on a green light and was struck on the passenger side by a red pickup truck that ran the red light.
Q. How fast were you driving?
A. About 30 miles per hour — the speed limit was 35.
Q. Were there any witnesses?
A. Yes. A woman on the corner — I think her name is Carla — and a man in a coffee shop across the street.
Q. Did you speak with anyone at the scene?
A. Yes, I spoke briefly with the woman and with the police officer who arrived.
Q. Did you receive medical treatment?
A. Yes — I went to the emergency room that night. They treated me for a concussion and a fractured left wrist.
Q. Are you still receiving treatment?
A. Yes, I am seeing an orthopedic doctor and a physical therapist.
(Exhibit marked — Plaintiff’s Exhibit 1: Emergency room record dated 6/12/23)
Q. I’m showing you what has been marked as Exhibit 1. Is this your emergency-room record?
A. Yes, it appears to be.
OBJECTION (by Defendant’s counsel): Form.
MS. ATTORNEY: You can answer.
A. Yes, that’s my record.
EXAMINATION BY MR. LAWYER (Defendant’s counsel)
Q. Ms. Jones, when you entered the intersection, did you look to your left and right?
A. Yes, I looked left and right before proceeding.
Q. Did you see any other vehicles before entering?
A. No, I didn’t see any vehicles coming from the south.
Q. Did you have any distractions in the car — phone, radio?
A. No. My phone was in my bag.
Q. How long have you driven that route regularly?
A. I drive Main Street twice a day for work — for about five years.
OBJECTION (by Plaintiff’s counsel): Relevance.
MR. LAWYER: You can answer, if you know.
A. I’ve driven it for a long time, so I know the intersection well.
Q. After the collision, did the other driver say anything to you?
A. He said he didn’t see me and apologized.
(End excerpt)
Instructions often follow about signature and changes:
- Deponent’s signature block for corrections and errata.
- Certificate of court reporter.
Short list of common objections you’ll see
- Form (improper form)
- Foundation
- Relevance
- Calls for speculation
- Hearsay (many hearsay objections are preserved and argued later)
Practical tips for a deponent
- Tell the truth; you are under oath.
- Listen to the entire question before answering.
- If you don’t understand a question, say so and ask for clarification.
- Answer only the question asked — don’t volunteer extra facts or tell a story unless asked.
- If you don’t remember, say “I don’t recall” rather than guessing.
- Be polite and calm. Objections are generally spoken by counsel; you still answer unless instructed not to by your attorney.
- Review relevant documents beforehand, but don’t memorize scripted answers.
If you want: I can provide
- A longer, case-specific deposition script (e.g., employment discrimination, slip-and-fall, contract dispute).
- A blank deposition template to use for practice.
- Tips for counsel on how to craft deposition questions.
Do you want a full transcript example for a particular type of case or a fill-in-the-blank template?
What a deposition is (short)
- A deposition is sworn, out‑of‑court testimony by a witness (the deponent) used to discover facts and preserve testimony. It’s conducted under oath, recorded by a court reporter, and usually includes attorneys for both sides. Local rules and practice vary.
Abridged sample deposition transcript (personal-injury/car-accident example)
Caption: In the Circuit Court of X County — John Smith v. Mary Jones — Case No. 12345
Appearances:
- For Plaintiff: Susan Attorney, Esq.
- For Defendant: Robert Lawyer, Esq.
- Deponent: Mary Jones
- Court Reporter: Emma Reporter, RPR
(Reporter’s oath)
COURT REPORTER: Do you swear or affirm to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?
DEPONENT: I do.
EXAMINATION BY MS. ATTORNEY (Plaintiff’s counsel)
Q. Please state your full name for the record.
A. Mary Elizabeth Jones.
Q. What is your current address?
A. 456 Oak Street, Anytown, State.
Q. How old are you?
A. 38.
Q. Where were you on June 12, 2023, at approximately 3:00 p.m.?
A. I was driving east on Main Street toward the intersection with Pine.
Q. Describe what happened at that intersection.
A. I entered the intersection on a green light and was struck on the passenger side by a red pickup truck that ran the red light.
Q. How fast were you driving?
A. About 30 miles per hour — the speed limit was 35.
Q. Were there any witnesses?
A. Yes. A woman on the corner — I think her name is Carla — and a man in a coffee shop across the street.
Q. Did you speak with anyone at the scene?
A. Yes, I spoke briefly with the woman and with the police officer who arrived.
Q. Did you receive medical treatment?
A. Yes — I went to the emergency room that night. They treated me for a concussion and a fractured left wrist.
Q. Are you still receiving treatment?
A. Yes, I am seeing an orthopedic doctor and a physical therapist.
(Exhibit marked — Plaintiff’s Exhibit 1: Emergency room record dated 6/12/23)
Q. I’m showing you what has been marked as Exhibit 1. Is this your emergency-room record?
A. Yes, it appears to be.
OBJECTION (by Defendant’s counsel): Form.
MS. ATTORNEY: You can answer.
A. Yes, that’s my record.
EXAMINATION BY MR. LAWYER (Defendant’s counsel)
Q. Ms. Jones, when you entered the intersection, did you look to your left and right?
A. Yes, I looked left and right before proceeding.
Q. Did you see any other vehicles before entering?
A. No, I didn’t see any vehicles coming from the south.
Q. Did you have any distractions in the car — phone, radio?
A. No. My phone was in my bag.
Q. How long have you driven that route regularly?
A. I drive Main Street twice a day for work — for about five years.
OBJECTION (by Plaintiff’s counsel): Relevance.
MR. LAWYER: You can answer, if you know.
A. I’ve driven it for a long time, so I know the intersection well.
Q. After the collision, did the other driver say anything to you?
A. He said he didn’t see me and apologized.
(End excerpt)
Instructions often follow about signature and changes:
- Deponent’s signature block for corrections and errata.
- Certificate of court reporter.
Short list of common objections you’ll see
- Form (improper form)
- Foundation
- Relevance
- Calls for speculation
- Hearsay (many hearsay objections are preserved and argued later)
Practical tips for a deponent
- Tell the truth; you are under oath.
- Listen to the entire question before answering.
- If you don’t understand a question, say so and ask for clarification.
- Answer only the question asked — don’t volunteer extra facts or tell a story unless asked.
- If you don’t remember, say “I don’t recall” rather than guessing.
- Be polite and calm. Objections are generally spoken by counsel; you still answer unless instructed not to by your attorney.
- Review relevant documents beforehand, but don’t memorize scripted answers.
If you want: I can provide
- A longer, case-specific deposition script (e.g., employment discrimination, slip-and-fall, contract dispute).
- A blank deposition template to use for practice.
- Tips for counsel on how to craft deposition questions.
Do you want a full transcript example for a particular type of case or a fill-in-the-blank template?
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