South Carolina § 19-9-20 - Definitions.
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§ 19-9-20. Definitions.
"Witnesses" as used in this chapter shall include a person whose testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand jury or in a criminal action, prosecution or proceeding.
The word "state" shall include any territory of the United States and the District of Columbia.
The word "summons" shall include a subpoena, order or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 26-302; 1952 Code SECTION 26-302; 1948 (45) 1810.
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