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Guide to Issuing a Subpoena (Case Outside of Colorado)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective April 1, 2025

This guide provides instructions for getting a court to issue a subpoena for a case that is happening outside of Colorado. It explains what different types of subpoenas are and the steps needed to file the request with the court.

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Where this fits in a case

Discovery

Stage: Discovery

This guide is used when someone needs to get a court to issue a subpoena for a case that is taking place in a state other than Colorado.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who can file this request?
The request can be filed by an attorney licensed in Colorado or out-of-state, or by any party who is not represented by a lawyer.
What is a Subpoena to Appear?
This is a document issued by the clerk when a party asks for it, and it requires a witness to show up for a deposition.
What is a Subpoena to Produce?
This is a document issued by the clerk when a party asks for it, and it requires a person to bring specific documents or evidence to a set place.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect April 1, 2025.

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