What is Subpoena?
A '''subpoena''' {{IPAc-en|s|ə|ˈ|p|iː|n|ə}} is a written order that requires a [[witness]] to give [[testimony]], or their statement of truth. A subpoena is usually issued by a [[court]]. If a person or organization does not respond to the subpoena, they may be punished by the court. There are two types of subpoena. ''Subpoena ad testificandum'' means a person must give testimony directly to the court. This can be in person or by telephone. ''Subpoena duces tecum'' means physical [[Evidence (law)|evidence]] must be brought to the court. This type of subpoena is usually used for documents. Sometimes the documents can be mailed to the court. [[Category:Legal terms]] {{stub}}