The commissioner shall have full supervision of the enforcement of this chapter and may call upon the other administrative departments of the state government for such information and assistance as he may deem necessary to the performance of his duties. He may compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence by subpoena, administer oaths and take testimony in relation to any matter under this chapter. Witnesses shall receive the same fees as are paid to witnesses subpoenaed to attend in courts of record.

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Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 12-357

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.