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.
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A process by which a witness is ordered to appear in court..
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A command, issued under a court's authority, to a witness to appear and give testimony.
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A writ which commands the appearance of a person or the production of specified documents in a court.
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