In the Interest of E. T., a Child

Branch, Judge.

Following his adjudication of delinquency for aggravated assault, aggravated battery, and criminal attempt to commit a felony (armed robbery), E. T. appeals, contending the trial court improperly allowed the victim to testify via two-way video conference during the adjudicatory hearing. He also contends the trial court improperly amended the order of disposition and improperly merged certain charges. For the reasons that follow, we hold that the trial court erred by allowing the victim to testify via video conference and that a new trial is required.

“On appeal of an adjudication…