Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New Jersey

Subpeona for a deposition

I made an anonymous call to the police about a sound I heard outside my window a few years ago. A year later I was subpeoned by the Grand Jury, I appeared and nothing further came of it. Now, 3 years later, I received a subpeona for a deposition for a civil case concerning the same matter. 1. Why is to my right to be anonymous disregarded? 2. Why do people have a right to disturb my ''peace'' for financial compensation 3 years later? Where do my obligations as a citizen end?


Asked on 4/17/07, 12:27 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Davies The Davies Law Firm, P.A.

Re: Subpeona for a deposition

You know this already, but I will say it: do not ignore the subpoena.

You must either attend the deposition, or get a lawyer's advice to see how you can defeat the subpoena.

It sounds like you are involved in something which could be a problem for you. It would be wise to consult an attorney and get some advice.

Good luck to you. The old saying is: No good deed goes unpunished.

Seems like reporting a problem to the police has become a problem for you.

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Answered on 4/17/07, 12:38 pm


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