(a) Issuance of Subpoenas. Any party, whether pro se or represented by counsel, who is
proceeding in forma pauperis must file a written motion requesting issuance of any
subpoena. The motion shall be filed not less than twenty-one days before the date set for
trial or hearing and shall include the following information.
(1) If for a hearing or deposition, the motion must set forth the name and address of each
witness for whom a subpoena is sought, along with a brief summary of the substance
of the witness’ anticipated testimony.
(2) If for the production of documents, electronically stored information or tangible things,
or to permit the inspection of premises, the motion must set forth a detailed description
of the request.
(3) In its discretion, the Court may impose this requirement on pro se parties not
proceeding in forma pauperis.
(b) Writs of Habeas Corpus Ad Testificandum. In any petition for a writ of habeas corpus
ad testificandum for a non-party witness, all pro se parties must include the name, inmate
number, if any, and address of the witness, along with a brief summary of the substance of
the witness’ anticipated testimony.
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Local Rules Effective Date: 10/10/2024
