A subpoena is a court order requiring the recipient to undergo a deposition or submit documents that may be used as evidence. It contains the name of the case, the address where your presence is requested, and a description of any documents you are asked to produce.
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Ignoring a subpoena is not advisable as you could be cited for contempt of court for failure to appear. This could lead to possible jail time and a penalty fee. So when you do get one, complying is the best course of action.
When you receive a subpoena, contact the attorney who issued it to determine what is required to comply. If you are not a part of the case, you are entitled to expenses incurred to comply with the subpoena. If you believe the subpoena goes too far, or if you have questions about the process in general, you should consult your own attorney.
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