Lawbasic
Which process is described as requiring a witness to attend and give oral evidence in the High Court?
Answer
Subpoena ad testificandum
Explanation
The notes define subpoena ad testificandum as requiring attendance to give oral evidence. Subpoena duces tecum concerns production of a document; habeas corpus ad testificandum concerns producing a person held in custody under civil process; and witness summons is identified for the Magistrates’ Courts. **Key takeaway:** The process is selected according to the required form of attendance or production. **Glossary:** Subpoena ad testificandum: an order to attend and testify.
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