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AO 89

Subpoena to Testify at a Hearing or Trial in a Criminal Case

Federal · United States Courts · Effective August 1, 2009

This form is a legal order that tells a person they must show up at a specific court on a certain date and time to give testimony in a criminal case. It also lists any documents or items the person must bring with them.

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Where this fits in a case

Discovery

Stage: Discovery

This form is used when someone involved in a criminal case needs to be ordered to appear in court to testify.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What does this form require me to do?
It commands you to appear at a specific court location on a set date and time to testify in a criminal case. You must stay at the court until a judge or officer lets you leave.
Do I have to bring anything with me?
The form has a section where you must list any documents, electronic information, or objects that you are required to bring to the hearing or trial.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect August 1, 2009.

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