subpoena

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“It strengthens the powers of Civilian Oversight boards and Inspectors General and upholds our subpoena authority while also showcasing the strong public interest in robust, effective oversight of sheriffs, their departments, and their operations.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Local and state prosecutors don’t have the authority to subpoena them for evidence like in a typical criminal investigation.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

"This subpoena is completely unnecessary," the justice department told the BBC on Tuesday.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

State Rep. Adelita Grijalva also noted the timing of the FBI’s subpoena.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

The subpoena ordered me to appear in court at 9:00 a.m. on May 6, 2002—to testify on behalf of Bobby Frank Cherry!

From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry