Subpoena
A legal order requiring a person to appear in court or provide documents or evidence.
What is Subpoena?
A Subpoena is a legal document ordering an individual or organization to appear in court or produce documents, records, or evidence relevant to a case, under penalty for noncompliance.
Why It Matters?
It ensures access to critical evidence, enforces participation, and supports fair litigation.
Example
A witness receives a subpoena to testify in a civil lawsuit regarding a contract dispute.
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