If you’re trying to serve an Illinois subpoena on a witness or business in California, you’ll need to domesticate it properly. Here’s how to handle it under the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA) without unnecessary delays.
A subpoena issued by a court in Illinois isn’t automatically enforceable in California. State courts only have jurisdiction within their own borders. To legally serve a subpoena on a California resident or business, the subpoena must first be domesticated—reissued by a California court.
Because both Illinois and California have adopted the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA), the process is streamlined and does not require a formal motion or court hearing.
You’ll need:
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The documents must be filed with the Superior Court in the county where the person or entity to be served is located. California courts will reissue the subpoena without the need for a hearing.
Filing can usually be done in person or via eFiling, depending on the county. Some counties may also have local forms or cover sheets. Countrywide Process can help navigate this based on the court’s requirements.
The current fee to file the SUBP-030 in California is $45.00, per Government Code § 70626(b)(5).
Once issued, the California subpoena must be served according to California law. This means:
You may need to take this step if:
At Countrywide Process, LLC, we help ensure your subpoena is domesticated properly under UIDDA:
Use our Subpoena Domestication Order Platform or call us at (888) 962-9696 to get started today.
Q: Is a California attorney required?
No. UIDDA does not require a California attorney to file or reissue the subpoena.
Q: Can I use this process for a deposition, document request, or both?
Yes. Just use the appropriate California form: SUBP-035, SUBP-040, or SUBP-045.
Q: How long does it take?
1–3 business days for most counties, depending on court processing times.
Q: What if the recipient does not comply?
You may need to pursue a motion to compel in California, depending on the situation.
Countrywide Process
June 06, 2025