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Writs of Habeas Corpus Ad Testificandum

E.D. Ky. LR 83.8

If a person in state or federal custody is needed for testimony or for trial in a civil case, the party desiring the person’s attendance must move for a writ of habeas corpus ad testificandum at least thirty (30) working days before the date the person is needed in court to appear or testify unless exigent circumstances otherwise exist.
Official source: https://www.kyed.uscourts.gov/sites/kyed/files/KY%20Amended%20Civil%20Rules_12-18-2024.pdf · retrieved 2026-07-23