0
Strictly speaking, No - unless they can prove that you knew of the hearing and the subpoena for your appearance; then they can show you were intentionally avoiding service but knew of the case and hold you in contempt of court.
Contrary view:
A subpoena must be duly served served according to law on a witness (and the attendance fee and mileage paid) before the witness becomes subject to the jurisdiction of the court. Absent proper service, a witness has no obligation to appear at trial and a court has no authority to punish the person for failure to appear even if the witness is aware of the existence of the subpoena.
All subpoenas have what is called a "Proof of Service" section that must be completed by the process server. Without proof of service, the subpoena is worthless whether or not the witness has actual knowledge of it.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoNo, you dont have to go to court just because you were properly served a subpoena.
That was the first answer, I got another take on the question: then , like all grown boys and girls, you might have some consequences you might not have counted on when you just did not bother to show for court as instruced on the subpoena .
Just like everthing in this particular legal system, it's not self enforcing....
So, it really depends on how much somebody, as in the person who wanted the subpoena and got it done according to law, really gets upset that you just decided not to bother to attend to the order of the court in which you were ordered to be present.
Like, you weren't asked to be in the court, because everybody just thought that you were a wonderfull person. Somebody really thought that you had something to add to the legal proceeding, and you! decided that you did not have to show. O. K.
Just for the record: court orders are not a joke and a discard.
My suggestion is to show up in court.
I don't know how old this question is but either way someone might come across it and get some proper advice. IF you are unable to attend an upcoming court case in which you were served a subpoena you must contact the Crown Attorney's office and either speak directly with the Crown or leave a detailed message on the voice mail including courtroom number, person charged and person who did the charging, the reason you cannot attend and a phone number to be reached at. I had to do this for reasons that were beyond my control.
Wiki User
∙ 15y agoIf you are subpoena'd to court you MUST obey the subpoena and go to court. Whether or not you wish to testify is another entirely different matter that can be addressed once you get there and make your decision.
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoYes, you must. To ignore a subpoena from court risks a charge of contempt of court, and, in some case (if your testimony is deemed vital enough) possible immediate arrest and transport to court via a "forthwith" subpoena issued by the trial judge.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoYes, you always have to show up if you receive a subpoena.
Ignoring a subpoena could result in fines and/or jail.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoYes unles you can cover it with legal representation.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoYes.
Yes.
Yes.
Yes.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoYes.
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Can a seventeen year old be subpoenaed to civil court?
Anybody can be subpoenad to court. Age is no barrier.
If you have been subpoenad by the state to testify as a witness on behalf of the state What is the worst that can happen to you if you dont go to court or if you refuse to testify once you are there?
If you refuse to honor a subpoena, an arrest warrant can be issued and contempt proceedings initiated. If you appear but refuse to testify, unless you are invoking your fifth amendment right against self-incrimination or asserting a recognized privilege against compelled testimony, you can also be held in contempt. Of course, it's hard to find a witness in contempt for an inability to remember.
Must you testify if not subpoinaed?
if you are not called into court, you will not have to testify
Do you have to appear for a deposition if you were subpoenad by an attorney who is asking that you be a witness in a case child custody case that you are not a party to?
If you do not respond to a supeona, a court issued document, you can be charged with contempt of court.
Can my former boss testify on behalf of the conoco using my work records and testifying to them in someone else's child custody case without a supbena or permission from me?
Question is worded in a confusing way. If your former boss is subpoenad to court for testimony he must appear and will have to give testimony on whatever subject he is asked. with or without your permission.
What is a false testify in court?
Perjury
Can witnesses testify drunk?
Absolutely not, and they will be charged with contempt of court if they show up to testify in that condition.
Does Max have to testify in court against his father?
no
Under what circumstances does one have to testify in court?
The circumstances under which one would have to testify in court will vary according to the jurisdiction. In the English courts a witness needs to be cross examined, so that if their testimony is key to the case, they can be subpoenaed. This compels them to attend court and testify.
What is court testimony Philippines?
Court testimony is the right to testify in court of what he/she saw during the incident.
What is the number of witnesses that can testify in court?
No set number.
Can a medical transcriber be called into court to testify?
Yes.
