Since being verbally informed of being on a witness list for an upcoming case not yet on the judges docit. How would someone assrtain and verify the accuracy or allegation of being on a witness list without calling the court and having detailed information about the case from the court.
Thank you in Advance
Only a subpoena requires a person to come to court and testify if that person was properly served with the subpoena.
Without a subpoena, a person would give witness testimony voluntarily and would coordinate that with the party or party’s lawyer who is calling that person to testify.
Anna Ayscue
Attorney with Rosen Law Firm Cary • Chapel Hill • Durham • Raleigh • Wake Forest
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Anna, Thank you so much for the information and details. From the explanation my conclusion is: The existing of a said witness list is false, unless the oppossing party were to produce one and share it to the other party. And — the only subponena could sequester a person to appear, regardless of which party they may be testifying for or against?
I hope my conclusion is correct from you statements above.
Again Anna thank you so much.
Only a subpoena can require someone to appear in court and testify and make their appearance and testimony mandatory.
Parties may exchange witness lists prior to trial, but this is only a notice to the other side about who that party might call as a witness. It does not serve as requiring someone on that list to appear in court and testify.
Anna Ayscue
Attorney with Rosen Law Firm Cary • Chapel Hill • Durham • Raleigh • Wake Forest
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The response posted above is based upon the limited factual information made available and is not intended as a full and complete response to the question. The only reliable manner to obtain complete and adequate legal advice is to consult with an attorney, fully explain your situation, and allow the attorney sufficient opportunity to research the applicable law and facts required to render an accurate opinion. The basic information provided above is intended as a public service only, a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. The information posted on this forum is available for public viewing and is not intended to create an attorney client relationship with any individual. These answers are provided for informational purposes only, a person should consult with their own individual legal counsel before taking any action that could affect their legal rights or obligations.