CEFR C1

subpoena

Translation

召喚令状 / 召喚状 / 証拠提出命令

Meaning

A subpoena is a legal order requiring someone to appear, testify, or produce documents or evidence. It is not an invitation; ignoring it can have legal consequences.

Examples

  • 彼女は証言するよう召喚令状を受け取りました。
    She received a subpoena to testify.
  • 会社はメール記録の提出を命じる召喚令状に応じました。
    The company complied with a subpoena for email records.