Receipt of a Subpoena Sample Clauses
The 'receipt-of-a-subpoena' clause outlines the obligations of a party when it receives a subpoena or similar legal request for information related to the agreement. Typically, this clause requires the recipient to promptly notify the other party, provide copies of the subpoena, and cooperate in responding, unless prohibited by law. Its core function is to ensure transparency and allow the affected party an opportunity to object or seek protective measures, thereby protecting confidential or sensitive information from unnecessary disclosure.
Receipt of a Subpoena. If Business Associate is served with subpoena requiring the production of DMS/DSGI records or information, Business Associate shall immediately contact the Department of Management Services, Office of the General Counsel, (▇▇▇) ▇▇▇-▇▇▇▇. A subpoena is an official summons issued by a court or an administrative tribunal, which requires the recipient to do one or more of the following:
1. Appear at a deposition to give sworn testimony, and may also require that certain records be brought to be examined as evidence.
2. Appear at a hearing or trial to give evidence as a witness, and may also require that certain records be brought to be examined as evidence.
3. Furnish certain records for examination, by mail or by hand-delivery.