Q: Can Florida subpoena be enforced in Georgia?
I am involved in a legal case, and a Florida court has mailed a subpoena to a witness in Georgia to compel their appearance in court. The witness is reluctant to testify, and this subpoena is for a court appearance. Can the Florida court enforce this subpoena in Georgia, or are there specific procedures that must be followed for it to be valid across state lines?
A: This issue is governed by the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act since both Florida and Georgia adopted the law. Please see OCGA §§ 24-13-110 — 24-13-116 and follow it accordingly in order to have Georgia witness appear in court.
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