12 Questions
What should the division/bureau administrative assistant/secretary do if the subpoena or summons is being refused?
Advise the Office of the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Court
What action should be taken if the subpoena or summons is accepted?
Enter the subpoena or summons into the designated electronic Subpoena Entry Form
What happens after the receiving employee electronically signs for the subpoena or summons?
The receiving employee will receive a second email with a copy of the subpoena or summons attached
What action should be taken for subpoenas for former employees?
Mailed back to the originating Assistant State Attorney with a letter stating 'no longer employed'
Who must be contacted directly for the service of civil subpoenas or summons?
The process server
What is the responsibility of supervisors when an employee is served with a summons and complaint?
To forward the subpoena or summons to the Office of the City Attorney through the chain-of-command
In what scenario should an employee immediately notify his/her supervisor according to the text?
When being summoned to testify in a lawsuit against the City of Boca Raton
Who should be allowed to serve an employee in a private area designated by the employer, as per the text?
The process server
What is the expectation for employees testifying in court or at depositions?
To be fully prepared and give accurate testimony
How should cancellations for appearances pursuant to a subpoena be received?
Electronically via email
What should happen upon receiving an appearance cancellation notification?
The administrative assistant/secretary should enter it in the Subpoena Entry Form
What happens after electronically signing the appearance cancellation notification?
The employee receives a second email with a copy of the notification
Test your knowledge of the procedures for issuing subpoenas and summons to employees. This quiz covers the verification of employment status, officer availability, and the action to take if a subpoena or summons is refused.
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