Motion for Protective Order, Motion to Quash And Objection to Notice of Deposition Duces Tecum
What this document covers
The Motion for Protective Order, Motion to Quash and Objection to Notice of Deposition Duces Tecum is a legal document used to protect a party from unreasonable or abusive deposition requests. This form is designed to prevent depositions that are burdensome, improperly scheduled, or not compliant with legal requirements. Unlike other legal forms dealing with depositions, this specific motion addresses both protective measures and objections to deposition notices, making it essential for individuals facing aggressive discovery tactics in litigation.
Main sections of this form
- Identification of the parties involved in the motion
- Date and time of the scheduled deposition
- Claims of undue burden and improper notice
- Objections to the deposition and any subpoenas included
- Request for urgent treatment and a hearing
- Attorney representation details
When this form is needed
This form should be utilized when a party receives a deposition notice that is deemed unreasonable, such as when there is insufficient notice provided for the scheduled depositions or when the details of the deposition are abusive and overly broad. It is important to use this form when a party seeks to formally object to a deposition or when they wish to request a court order to protect them from unwanted discovery methods.
Who needs this form
This motion is suitable for:
- Plaintiffs or defendants in a legal case facing inappropriate deposition requests
- Individuals who have legal representation and require protective measures in their case
- Parties seeking to quash a deposition notice that fails to adhere to procedural standards
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify and name the parties involved in the motion.
- Fill in the date and time of the scheduled deposition as indicated in the notice.
- Provide details on why the deposition notice is considered unreasonable or burdensome.
- List the legal grounds for objecting to the deposition or subpoena.
- Request that the court handle this motion as an urgent matter and specify the desired schedule.
- Sign the form and ensure copies are distributed to the appropriate parties.
Is notarization required?
This form usually doesn’t need to be notarized. However, local laws or specific transactions may require it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete it remotely through a secure video session, available 24/7.
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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to correctly identify all parties involved in the motion.
- Neglecting to provide sufficient details to support claims of undue burden.
- Submitting the motion without addressing specific legal grounds for objections.
- Overlooking attachment and reference to the original deposition notice.
- Missing deadlines for filing the motion in relation to the deposition schedule.
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FAQ
Once a subpoena duces tecum is issued, the witness does not deliver the documents to the attorney that requested them. Rather, the documents and/or evidence are sent to the superior court judge presiding over the case. The judge then reviews them and decides if the defense or the prosecutor is entitled to them.
A subpoena is an Order that is issued to require the attendance of a witness to testify at a particular time and place. A subpoena duces tecum is an Order that requires a witness to bring documents, books or other items under his, her or their control, that he she or they is bound by law to produce into evidence.
A motion to quash is a request to a court or other tribunal to render a previous decision or proceeding null or invalid.In some cases, motions to quash are requests to nullify a decision made by the same or a lower court. It can arise out of mistakes made by any lawyer or court officer.
Ii. A Subpoena Duces Tecum (meaning 'subpoena for production of evidence') is a court order requiring the person subpoenaed to produce books, documents or other records under his or her control at a specified time/place in a court hearing or a deposition.
A lawyer may file a motion to quash if a mistake has been made on the part of a court, or if an attorney believes that the issuance of some court document like a subpoena was not done in a legal manner. For example, a party that receives improper service of process may file a motion to quash.
A motion to quash, by itself, does not stop the deposition. You will have to get the hearing advanced to a date before the deposition date.
Whether you've received a subpoena to appear as a witness or a subpoena duces tecum, it's never a good idea to simply ignore the subpoena. If you ignore a subpoena, a judge could hold you in criminal contempt and punish you accordingly.The judge can impose fines or order the person jailed for up to six months.
A motion to quash a subpoena duces tecum should be filed within ten (10) days after receiving the subpoena or before the time stated for compliance if that time is fewer than ten days.
(a) Subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum shall be issued by the agency or presiding officer at the request of a party, or by the attorney of record for a party, in accordance with Sections 1985 to 1985.4, inclusive, of the Code of Civil Procedure.
