Definition of subpoena duces tecum
:a writ commanding a person to produce in court certain designated documents or evidence
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Origin and Etymology of subpoena duces tecum
New Latin, under penalty you shall bring with you
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noun
subpoena du·ces te·cum
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-ˈdü-səs-ˈtē-kəm, -ˈdyü-, -sēz-; -ˈdü-kes-ˈtā-ˌku̇m
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legal Definition of subpoena duces tecum
:a subpoena that commands the production of specified evidence in a person's possession
Note:
Unlike a search warrant, a subpoena duces tecum can be issued without a showing of probable cause.
Origin and Etymology of subpoena duces tecum
New Latin, under penalty you shall bring with you
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