A complete and detailed statement may infer the lack of spontaneity, as a narrative of a past completed event would require the declarant's reflection and organization.
The witness testifying about the statement need not be the declarant who, with firsthand knowledge about the event and condition, would normally make a better witness.
Hearsay is a statement, other than one made by the declarant while testifying at the trial or hearing, offered in evidence to prove the truth of the matter asserted.
The witness must have personal knowledge of declarant's making of the statement, but need not have personal knowledge of the event or the content of the statement.
They reasoned that out-of-court statements can be admissible if they bear an adequate indicia of reliability, even if the declarant is not available to testify in court.
