subpoena
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The president’s son visited Navarro in prison while he served time for defying a subpoena from lawmakers investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
That’s why businesses need a strategy before a subpoena even arrives.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
A subpoena compels a party to release specified internal documents or information.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
State officials are investigating that deal, including a subpoena from the California Energy Commission seeking details about the payout.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026
“Sign here, and that lets the judge know you received this subpoena to appear in court.”
From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe
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