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Yes. You can serve jail time for not respecting a subpoena.

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You were subpoena in a paternity suit to give information on the whereabouts of the mother do i have to go?

Yes, a subpoena to appear is a mandatory appearance.


Between what hours can an officer to serve a subpoena?

A subpoena requires you to appear in court, not go to jail.


If your names not on the court docket do you still go to court?

If you have received a subpoena you had better respond, or at the very least, call the Clerk Of the Court's office to determine if the subpoena or the case has been cancelled or changed.


In the state if illinois do you have to go to court if a subpoena is left at your door and not handed to you directly?

In Illinois, if a subpoena is left at your door and not handed directly to you, it is generally considered valid as long as it complies with legal requirements for service. However, you are not required to go to court simply because a subpoena is issued. If you believe the subpoena is invalid or you have valid reasons to contest it, you can file a motion to quash the subpoena with the court. It's advisable to consult with a legal professional for specific guidance based on your situation.


What is the purpose of a subpoena?

The purpose of a subpoena is to get someone to come to court to either testify for you or against you. When a person gets this subpoena, they have no choice but to attend the court session.


Does your son have to go to court to be a witness?

If he has been served with a subpoena or a summons, yes, he must.


What does it mean to receive a subpoena?

Exactly what it means depends on the content of the subpoena. In general terms, a subpoena is a court order to produce evidence, which can include testimony. If the subpoena commands you to appear and testify in court, then you must do so or you can be arrested for contempt of court.


Where can you get a form to subpoena someone to family court?

You need an attorney to subpoena someone in court. This is not something you can do yourself.


What if you were told they are trying to serve you a subpoena and they don't get it served before the court date are you in violation if you don't go to court?

You could be. WHO told you they were trying to serve you? If it can be proven that you were "dodging" the service of the subpoena you could be charged.


Do I have to go to court if Im a witness in an aggravated assault case?

Yes. You will be charged with contempt of court if you fail to appear in court in response to a subpoena.


What is a court order requiring someone to appear in court called?

A writ requiring appearance in court to give testimony is called a subpoena.


What is a court engagement?

Subpoena.