Mich. Admin. Code R. 792.10425

Current through Vol. 24-21, December 1, 2024

Section R. 792.10425 - Subpoenas; service; failure to comply with subpoenas

Rule 425. A subpoena shall be served in the manner prescribed by statute or court rule for subpoenas in civil actions in circuit court. It may be served at any place within the state. If a person fails to comply with a subpoena, or fails to attend or refuses to be sworn or testify, the presiding officer may stay further proceedings until the subpoena is obeyed. If the person who fails to obey the subpoena is a party to the proceeding or an officer, member, or employee of a party, the presiding officer may do any of the following:

(a) Strike all or part of any pleading of that party.

(b) Refuse to allow that party to support or oppose designated claims and defenses.

(c) Delay the proceeding or part of the proceeding.

(d) Take such further action as is appropriate under the circumstances.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 792.10425

2015 MR 1, Eff. Jan. 15, 2015