La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 1352
This is the official text of La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 1352, part of Louisiana’s Code of Civil Procedure — sets the procedural rules for civil lawsuits in Louisiana courts.
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Restrictions on subpoena
Official statutory text
A witness, whether a party or not, who resides or is employed in this state may be subpoenaed to attend a trial or hearing wherever held in this state. No subpoena shall issue to compel the attendance of such a witness unless the provisions of R.S. 13:3661 are complied with.
Amended by Acts 1961, No. 23, §1; Acts 2021, No. 259, §2.
Amended by Acts 1961, No. 23, §1; Acts 2021, No. 259, §2.
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