Under the rules of evidence, sworn testimony given by a child requires corroboration solely because of the witness's age.

The notes distinguish sworn testimony from unsworn testimony. They state that sworn evidence from a child who passes the oath test is as good as an adult’s and does not require corroboration merely because it is child testimony. The corroboration rule described applies to unsworn evidence. **Key takeaway:** Identify whether the child testified sworn or unsworn. **Glossary:** Sworn testimony: evidence given after taking an oath or affirmation.