“subpoena duces tecum”

This page shows official legal definitions of “subpoena duces tecum” 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 command to a witness to appear and produce documents.

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

A subpoena that commands the production of specific documents and whichmayalso command the appearance of a witness.

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