“subpoena”

This page shows official legal definitions of “subpoena” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.

Jurisdiction: United States United States

A process by which a witness is ordered to appear in court..

Source: Criminal Glossary (Superior Court of California, County of San Diego)
Jurisdiction: United States United States

A command, issued under a court's authority, to a witness to appear and give testimony.

Source: Glossary of Legal Terms (United States Courts)
Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

A writ which commands the appearance of a person or the production of specified documents in a court.

Source: Law Handbook Glossary (Legal Services Commission of South Australia)