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MR. TYSON: I’m going to object on the
hearsay. I know it is a proffer, but I just want you
consider that.
 
THE COURT: I understand. Thank you.
 
THE WITNESS:
Yes, I have talked to
individuals who are still in, and individuals who have
recently left.
 
BY MS. RIVELLINI:
 
Q Are you involved with any litigation involving
the Church of Scientology?
 
A I am personally not involved in any litigation.
 
Q Do you follow it and keep up to date on it?
 
A Yes,I do.
 
MS. RIVELLINI: Judge, at this time I
would ask that Mr. Frank Oliver be declared an expert in
the field of Scientology based on his training.
 
THE COURT: Mr. Tyson?
 
MR. TYSON: Judge, may I voir dire the
witness?
 
THE COURT: Yes, please.
 
VOIR DIRE EXAMINATION
 
BY MR. TYSON:
 
Q Mr. Oliver, when did you leave Scientology?
 
A
1992.
Q When were you in OSA?

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