Domesticating Out of state Subpoena Services
Easily navigate the process of domesticating out-of-state subpoenas in California.
Subpoena Process FAQ
How to domesticate a subpoena?
Submit the foreign subpoena and California application for discovery subpoena to the appropriate court clerk.
What forms are needed?
What is the filing fee?
How is the subpoena served?
What is a foreign subpoena?
The filing fee varies by court; check with your local superior court for details.
A foreign subpoena is a subpoena issued by a court outside California that requires compliance within the state.
You need forms SUBP-030, SUBP-035, SUBP-040, or SUBP-050 to complete the process.
Types of Subpoena:
A subpoena is a legal document that requires a specific individual to appear at a trial, hearing, or deposition. It may be used for one of two purposes:
Subpoena Ad Testificandum – This type of subpoena compels a person to appear and provide testimony under oath at a legal proceeding.
Subpoena Duces Tecum – This version requires a person to appear and bring specific documents, records, or physical evidence relevant to the case.
Both types of subpoenas are used to gather essential information and ensure all relevant facts are presented in court. Depending on the needs of the case, the court or an attorney will issue the appropriate type.
The California-issued subpoena must be served according to California law after issuance. In cases such as this one, we only serve via Personal service.
Domesticating Subpoena Ordering
We offer a specialized filing and process serving service.
The process begins with completing the necessary legal paperwork. Once prepared, we personally walk the documents into the appropriate court for filing and endorsement. After the court has processed and stamped the documents, we then proceed to serve the defendant promptly and in full compliance with legal requirements.
This full-service option is ideal for those who want everything handled from start to finish.
Please contact us for more information or to request this special service.
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