Witness Summons
/ˈwɪtnəs ˈsʌmənz/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal document issued by a court or authorized body compelling a person to attend and give evidence in a judicial proceeding or inquiry.
The defendant failed to appear despite receiving a witness summons.
Forms
- witness summons
- witness summonses
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Commentary
A witness summons is distinct from a subpoena in some jurisdictions, though both serve to require testimony; drafters should clarify issuing authority and scope.
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