A subpoena is a court order requiring an individual to appear in court to provide testimony during a court proceeding such as a trial. Subpoenaed witnesses have personal information about a crime that has been committed. Witnesses often think that what they know about an incident may not be important. Small pieces of information, however, can be critical in determining what actually happened and impact the outcome of a case.

Many victims and witnesses are unfamiliar with court procedures. They may be fearful or feel emotional stress about their role and responsibilities. "Tips on Testifying in Criminal Court" is offered to address some of those concerns.

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