Tennessee § 24-2-108 - Language required in subpoena.
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§ 24-2-108. Language required in subpoena.
Each subpoena issued should at a minimum contain explicit language that states: A party being served must appear and that failure to appear may put such party in contempt of court; and The penalties such party may face by being held in contempt of court. Acts 2004, ch. 761, § 1. Compiler's Notes. Acts 2004, ch. 761, § 2 provided that the provisions of the act do not apply to subpoena forms printed prior to May 24, 2004.
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What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 24-2-108 cover?
Section 24-2-108 ("Language required in subpoena.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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