Subpoena duces tecum
A subpoena duces tecum is a type of legal document. It is used when a court needs a person to show up to court and bring certain documents or records with them. This usually involves paperwork like financial records, emails, or other documents. The person who receives the subpoena duces tecum must bring the documents to court, so the court can look at them.
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