subpoena duces tecum

[ suh-pee-nuh doo-seez tee-kuhm, doo-seyz tey-kuhm, suhb- ]

noun

, Law.

1. a writ directing a person to appear in court and to bring some document described in the writ.

Word History and Origins

Origin of subpoena duces tecum¹

1755–65; < New Latin: literally, under penalty you shall bring with you

Example Sentences

I did not see till last night the opinion of the Judge on the subpoena duces tecum against the President.

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