This sanction issued as a penalty by the court for the purpose of compelling a reporter to testify is called a ____?

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A civil contempt citation is a sanction issued by the court to compel a witness or reporter to testify in a legal proceeding. This citation imposes fines or imprisonment until the person complies with the court's order. A criminal contempt citation is issued as a punishment for disrespecting the court's authority or obstructing justice. A subpoena is a court order that requires a person to appear and testify as a witness or to produce certain documents or evidence. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

This Sanction Issued as a Penalty by the Court for the Purpose