Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida
Supoena Duces Tecum
Can this be filed and served before the filing of a law suit in order to gather or see potential evidence?
Asked on 3/19/07, 8:56 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Johm Smith
tom's
Re: Supoena Duces Tecum
Prelitigation discovery is possible, if called for.
Answered on 3/19/07, 9:54 am
Alan Wagner
Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.
Re: Supoena Duces Tecum
Rule 1.290 of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure governs the process of discovery before a case is filed. It is not a simple process and it is usually easier to file suit and serve subpoenas.
Answered on 3/19/07, 11:44 am