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Subpoena in Indiana Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session

In Indiana criminal law, “Subpoena” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Indiana criminal code.

What does “Subpoena” mean in Indiana criminal law?

"Subpoena" includes a summons in any state where a summons is used in lieu of a subpoena. (Ind. Code § 35-37-5-1)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.