Form AO88A Subpoena to Testify at a Deposition in a Civil Action

What Is Form AO88A?

This is a legal form that was released by the United States District Court on December 1, 2020 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form AO88A?A: Form AO88A is a subpoena to testify at a deposition in a civil action.

Q: What is a subpoena?A: A subpoena is a legal document that requires a person to provide testimony or evidence in a legal proceeding.

Q: What is a deposition?A: A deposition is a formal statement given under oath, outside of court, as part of the pretrial discovery process.

Q: How do I use Form AO88A?A: This form is used to issue a subpoena to someone you want to testify at a deposition in a civil action. You need to fill out the form, including the details of the case and the person being subpoenaed, and then have it served on the person.

Q: What information do I need to provide on Form AO88A?A: You need to provide information about the case, including the case number and court, as well as the name and contact information of the person being subpoenaed.

Q: What should I do once I've filled out Form AO88A?A: Once you've filled out the form, you need to have it served on the person being subpoenaed. This means that someone, other than yourself, needs to personally deliver the form to the person.

Q: Do I need to pay a fee to use Form AO88A?A: There is generally a fee associated with filing a subpoena in a civil action. The specific fee amount may vary depending on the jurisdiction.