Which document compels the within named person to appear in court and bring with them documents, books or other tangible property which may be in their possession, as described in the subpoena?

Which document compels the within named person to appear in court and bring with them documents, books or other tangible property which may be in their possession, as described in the subpoena?

• A. Subpoena Duces Tecum
• B. Writ of Garnishment
• C. Juror Summons
• D. Writ of Attachment

Answer: (A)

A subpoena that requires a named person to appear in court and bring documents or tangible items is a Subpoena Duces Tecum. The term duces tecum means “you shall bring with you,” signaling both appearance and the production of specified materials. This is distinct from a subpoena that only compels testimony, and from other instruments like garnishment (seizing debtor’s assets through a third party), juror summons (jury duty), or a writ of attachment (seizure to secure a judgment).

A subpoena that requires a named person to appear in court and bring documents or tangible items is a Subpoena Duces Tecum. The term duces tecum means “you shall bring with you,” signaling both appearance and the production of specified materials. This is distinct from a subpoena that only compels testimony, and from other instruments like garnishment (seizing debtor’s assets through a third party), juror summons (jury duty), or a writ of attachment (seizure to secure a judgment).