What should I do if I have received a subpoena in the mail and I do not know why?
All subpoenaed witnesses have personal information about a crime which has been committed. You may be testifying to: value of items, lack of permission to enter, or damage to property. You undoubtedly talked (in person or on the telephone) with a police officer / investigator. Witnesses often think that what they know about about an incident may not be significant, however even small pieces of information can be critical in determining what actually happened and the outcome of a case. Without citizen cooperation, it is impossible to hold criminals accountable.

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1. What should I do when I receive my subpoena?
2. What should I do if I have received a subpoena in the mail and I do not know why?
3. What should I do if I am unable to appear for my subpoena because of vacation, doctor appointment, or other event?
4. What should I do if my employer or school will not give me permission to go to court?
5. What should I do if my minor son or daughter was subpoenaed?
6. What should I do if I am a witness (or parent of a minor witness) and I am concerned about lost wages?
7. What happens if I do not respond to a subpoena?
8. What should I do if I have been subpoenaed and am worried about seeing the defendant?
9. What should I do if I do not have transportation to court?
10. I already gave a statement, why do I have to come and testify at a trial? Can I testify by video?