Factors for determining whether to permit alternative

method. If the presiding officer determines that a standard pursuant to Section 5 [38-6A-5 NMSA 1978] of the Uniform Child Witness Protective Measures Act has been met, the presiding officer shall determine whether to allow a child witness to testify by an alternative method and in doing so shall consider: A. alternative methods reasonably available for protecting the interests of or reducing mental or emotional harm to the child; B. available means for protecting the interests of or reducing mental or emotional harm to the child without resort to an alternative method; C. the nature of the case; D. the relative rights of the parties; E. the importance of the proposed testimony of the child; F. the nature and degree of mental or emotional harm that the child may suffer if an alternative method is not used; and G. any other relevant factor. History: Laws 2011, ch. 98, § 6.