A failure to attend as required by the subpoena, shall also be considered a contempt of court as provided in chapter 7.21 RCW.
[ 1989 c 373 § 8; Code 1881 § 399; 1877 p 88 § 401; 1869 p 106 § 394; 1854 p 188 § 301; RRS § 1220, part. Formerly RCW 5.56.060, part.]

NOTES:

Rules of court: Cf. CR 45(f).
Criminal contempt: RCW 9.92.040.
Power of courts and judicial officers to punish for contempt: RCW 2.28.020, 2.28.070.

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Terms Used In Washington Code 5.56.061

  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.