An antonym for subpoena could be "dismissal," as it represents the act of rejecting or discarding a legal request or summons. While a subpoena compels someone to appear in court or produce evidence, a dismissal indicates that no such action is required. Another possible antonym is "volunteer," since it implies willingly providing information or testimony without legal compulsion.
Subpoena is a noun (a subpoena) and a verb (to subpoena).
A subpoena can be withdrawn or quashed.
Yes, they can serve you a subpoena on weekends.
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The plural form of subpoena is subpoenas.
summons or subpoena, yes
Any adult can serve a subpoena. They have to attest to the service.
summons or 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.
Returned unserved means that the subpoena was not served to its intended target. The subject of the subpoena must then be located and served.
A "subpoena duces tecum." directs an individual to come to court and directs that certain items be brought with them. A 'regular' subpoena simply directs the individual to come to court.
It would be much cleaner as:"Can you have the sheriff serve the subpoena?"or - "Will the sheriff serve the subpoena?"