Subpoena Ad Testificandum
/səˈpiː.nə æd ˌtɛs.tɪˈfɪk.ən.dəm/
Definitions
- (n.) A writ ordering a person to attend court and give oral testimony.
The witness was served with a subpoena ad testificandum to appear at trial.
Forms
- subpoena ad testificandum
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Commentary
Often used to compel a witness's presence, distinct from subpoenas requiring document production.
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