What Is a Subpoena
If you're considering litigation after sustaining an injury, you may have made mention of a subpoena. The short definition of a subpoena is that it's an official request by an officer of the court (such as a personal injury lawyer) for documents or for someone to appear in court. It is legally binding and will be upheld by the court. Those who ignore a subpoena will be subject to punishment such as jail, fines, and/or civil or criminal penalties. Types of Subpoenas Your personal injury lawyer can explain which type or types of subpoenas will be used in your particular case. There are two main types: Subpoena ad testificandum. This type of subpoena requires a person to testify in court or to another type of legal authority such as a lawyer. Subpoena duces tecum. This type of subpoena requires a person to produce information, materials, or documents that are considered evidence in a court case. Those that typically employ this type of subpoena are child custody, divorce, sex off...