Posted by inquiring mind on 3/17/04

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I am resident of the state of PA and I'm involved in a
domestic dispute in which I am representing myself. I have
been acussed by my spouse of commiting erroneous acts and I
am being investigated by the police/DA. My spouse's
telephone records will clear me of all charges and will
prove my spouse is in collusion with the cop who's
conducting the investigation. I have obtained a subpoena
but understand that, before I can issue it, I must notify
the other parties involved and provide them with a copy. I
know the other party will never consent! If I issue the
subpoena without following proper procedure (that is,
without notifying the other party): (1) What would be the
consequences? (2) Would I be breaking the law? (3) Would I
be in jeopardy of being prosecuted? If the only
consequences are that the records are not admissible in
court, I can live with that. The phone records will not be
presented as evidence at a hearing but, rather, will be
used to demand an investigation into perjury and filing of
false police reports.

My fear is that this county is incredibly political and I
am afraid that the DA could use that evidence and turn it
against me. Is that a reasonable fear? What are my
options?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Re: PA - Question on procedure, 4/14/04, by Disgusted.

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