Serving a subpoena issued from another state in California requires domestication under the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA). Here’s how to do it efficiently—without needing local counsel or court appearances.

Why Domestication Is Required in California

California courts cannot enforce subpoenas from other states directly. UIDDA allows you to re-file and have a foreign subpoena issued within California, making it enforceable under California law and compliant with local service and discovery rules.

California Civil Subpoena & UIDDA Rules

• Service must be by a registered process server or individual over 18 (CCP § 1987).
• For business records, comply with Evidence Code § 1560–1561.
• Witnesses must be subpoenaed in the county where they reside or business is located.

DEB‑GETS Rule: Notice must respect California rules for documents and depositions.

Domestication & Service – Step-by-Step, per California’s UIDDA Steps (Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 2029.010–2029.090)

Step 1. Prepare Documents

• Original foreign subpoena
• Completed SUBP‑030
• Appropriate subpoena form (SUBP‑035, SUBP‑040, or SUBP‑045)

1. Complete SUBP‑030 – “Application for Discovery Subpoena (Out‑of‑State).”

2. Select the correct SUBP form based on subpoena type:

• SUBP‑035: Subpoena For Production of Business Records in Action Pending Outside California
• SUBP‑040: Deposition Subpoena For Personal Appearance in Action Pending Outside California
• SUBP‑045: Deposition Subpoena For Personal Appearance & Production of Documents & Things in Action Pending Outside California
• Attachment Form MC-25 ( Used to provide additional information that does not fit on the Subpoena of choice )

3. File both SUBP‑030 and SUBP form with the Superior Court in the county where discovery will occur.

4. Pay the $45 filing fee (Cal. Gov’t Code § 70626(b)(5)).

After filing, the clerk will issue a California‑style subpoena reflecting your request. The SUBP‑010 and SUBP‑015 are not appropriate for UIDDA cases in California.

Step 2. File in the Correct County

• Submit documents to the Correct Superior Court Clerk’s office (in-person or e‑file).
• Pay $45 filing fee.

Step 3. Clerk Issues CA Subpoena

• The clerk issues and signs the SUBP form you prepare—this becomes the enforceable subpoena.

Step 4. Serve the Subpoena

• Arrange service through Countrywide Process
• For records, ensure compliance with business records notice regulations

Step 5. Proof of Service

• Server files proof with the court (Optional Service)
• A court‑stamped copy of the issued Subpoena and Proof of Service returned to your office

If objections arise, handle them under California Civil Code and UIDDA procedures

Which Subpoenas Are UIDDA-Eligible in CA?

• SUBP‑035 – Deposition for personal attendance
• SUBP‑040 – Deposition for business records only
• SUBP‑045 – Deposition for appearance and records

Do not use SUBP‑010 or SUBP‑015 in UIDDA cases.

Why Choose Countrywide Process, LLC?

• We prepare and review your SUBP forms and SUBP‑030 application.
• File and obtain a California subpoena quickly.
• Coordinate licensed process servers across counties.
• Handle business records subpoenas to meet Evidence Code standards.
• Return stamped subpoena and Proof of Service promptly.

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