Code Civ. Proc., § 2029.640 · Article 1. Interstate and International Depositions and Discovery Act
Code Civ. Proc., § 2029.640
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
If a party to a proceeding pending in a foreign jurisdiction seeks discovery from a witness in this state by properly issued notice or by agreement, it is not necessary for that party to obtain a subpoena under this article to be able to seek relief under Section 2029.600 or 2029.620. The deponent or any other party may also seek relief under Section 2029.600 or 2029.620 in those circumstances, regardless of whether the deponent was subpoenaed under this article.
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History
Added by Stats. 2008, Ch. 231, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2009.
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