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    2000 Procedures for Receiving Subpoenas

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    2200 When a Subpoena Is Delivered in Person

    2210 Greeting a Process Server Who Delivers a Subpoena in Person

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    2240 Submitting the Subpoena to Legal Services for Assessment

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    2400 Fulfilling the Requirements of a Subpoena

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