Legal Question in Mediation in Massachusetts

Who can issue a subpoena?

Who issues a subpoena to the person it applies to? Can the opposing lawyer subpoena you? Is it always a sheriff(sheriff's deputy, etc.)? Can it be faxed/mailed? Can anyone get one for any reason, or does the person issuing subpoena have to provide proof that it is necessary to subpoena someone first? Can a subpoena be appealed?


Asked on 7/17/03, 7:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Nance Lyons Law Office of Nance Lyons

Re: Who can issue a subpoena?

It depends. If issued at beginning of a court case and attaches the complaint, it must be served by Sherrif or any person 18 or over who is not interested in case. If for a deposition, attorney for party can issue.

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Answered on 7/18/03, 9:55 am


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