Subpoena Duces Tecum Template

Court: [Court Name]
Case Caption: [Plaintiff] v. [Defendant]
Case No.: [Number]

To: [Witness/Entity Name]
[Address]
[City, State ZIP]

YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED to appear and testify at the time, date, and place specified below, and to bring with you the documents, electronically stored information, or tangible items described in Schedule A.

1. Appearance Information

• Date: [Date]
• Time: [Time]
• Location: [Deposition/Court Location Address]
• Examining Attorney: [Name, Firm, Contact Information]

Failure to comply with this Subpoena Duces Tecum may subject you to contempt of court and penalties provided by law.

2. Schedule A – Documents and Items to Produce

1. All documents, communications, notes, and records relating to [subject matter] from [Date Range].
2. Electronically stored information (including emails, text messages, messaging platform data, and attachments) referencing [keywords/individuals].
3. Contracts, agreements, invoices, or purchase orders between [parties] concerning [transaction/project].
4. Financial statements, ledgers, or accounting reports reflecting payments, reimbursements, or credits associated with [subject].
5. Incident reports, logs, photographs, audio/video recordings, or maintenance records regarding [event/location].
6. Policies, procedures, manuals, or training materials governing [topic].
7. Any notes, memoranda, or preparatory materials used in connection with anticipated testimony.

3. Production Instructions

• Produce electronic data in native or reasonably usable format with metadata preserved. Include load files if producing in review platform format.
• Label responsive documents with Bates numbers and identify source custodian and data location.
• Provide a privilege log for any documents withheld, stating the basis of the privilege and identifying information.
• If a requested item does not exist, is outside your possession, or has been destroyed, provide a written explanation describing the circumstances and efforts to locate the item.

4. Protective Measures and Objections

• If you object to any request or seek a protective order, serve written objections before the earlier of the compliance date or 14 days after service.
• For confidential or trade secret information, contact the issuing attorney to arrange confidentiality protocols.

5. Witness Fees

A witness fee of $[Amount] and mileage reimbursement have been tendered as required by [rule/statute]. If additional travel or preparation expenses are anticipated, contact the issuing attorney.

6. Certificate of Service

I certify that this subpoena was served on [Recipient] on [Date] by [method of service] and that notice was provided to all parties in accordance with [Rule].

Signature: ____
Name: _____
Date: _____

7. Acknowledgment of Receipt (Optional)

I acknowledge receipt of the Subpoena Duces Tecum dated [Date].

Signature: ____
Printed Name: ____
Title/Capacity: ____
Date: ______