habeas corpus ad testificandum
- A Latin term meaning a court order to bring a particular person into court to serve as a witness
- The judge issued a habeas corpus ad testificandum to ensure the key witness would be present at the trial.
- A habeas corpus ad testificandum became necessary when the person failed to respond to the court's initial subpoena.
- The defense lawyer requested a habeas corpus ad testificandum to compel the attendance of a crucial witness who could confirm his client's alibi.
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