A subpoena duces tecum allows a witness to submit his or her testimony in writing rather than requiring personal appearance at trial.

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A subpoena duces tecum is a legal order requiring the witness to produce certain documents, records or other tangible evidence relevant to the case, and it still requires personal appearance at trial to provide and authenticate the evidence. It does not allow the witness to submit written testimony.

A Subpoena Duces Tecum Allows a Witness to Submit His