Requirements for a subpoena to appear
The subpoena must:
- Include a caption
- Show the docket number
- Be addressed to the Trooper
- Be accompanied by a witness and mileage fee
- Be served at the Trooper's workplace
Witness and mileage Fees
For Pennsylvania State Court:
- $5 per day
- $0.07 per mile, round trip (estimated from Trooper's workplace to deposition/hearing location and return)
For Federal Court:
- $40 per day
- $0.32 per mile, round trip (estimated from Trooper's workplace to deposition/hearing location and return)
Only certified checks or money orders are accepted, made payable to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Fee Exceptions
Witness fees will not be required from government/prosecuting entities, such as the U.S. Attorney, the District Attorney, or the Office of Attorney General, although travel expenses for overnight travel will be claimed.