North Carolina Form AOC-CV-810 is the Motion and Order to Show Cause for Failure to Appear and Testify or Produce Documents that a party files when a witness or non-party ignores a properly served subpoena, and it is filed with the Clerk of Superior Court in the county where the underlying civil case is pending. The form sets up a contempt hearing under Rule 45 of the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and asks a judge to order the disobedient person to court to explain why they should not be held in contempt.
Filing this form is the first formal step toward sanctions, attorney’s fees, and even arrest of a witness who blew off a subpoena. The current revision of the form is dated August 2017, and you can download it free from the official AOC-CV-810 page on the North Carolina Judicial Branch website.
According to the North Carolina Judicial Branch annual statistics, more than 480,000 civil cases are filed in North Carolina each year, and a meaningful share of those involve subpoena enforcement disputes when third parties refuse to comply.
Here is what you will learn in this guide:
- 📝 How to complete every box, line, and signature block on AOC-CV-810 without rejection
- ⚖️ How Rule 45(e) of the NC Rules of Civil Procedure powers the contempt remedy behind this form
- 📂 What attachments the Clerk expects, including the original subpoena and proof of service
- 🏛️ How to file the form by paper, in person, or through eCourts File & Serve in Odyssey counties
- 💡 The most common mistakes pro se filers and even attorneys make on this form, and how to avoid them
What the Form Is and Who Must File It
Form AOC-CV-810 is a two-in-one document: the top half is a motion filed by a party, and the bottom half is an order signed by a judge directing the disobedient witness to appear in court and show cause why they should not be held in contempt. The form is governed by N.C. Gen. Stat. § 1A-1, Rule 45, which controls subpoenas in civil actions, and by N.C. Gen. Stat. § 5A-21, which defines civil contempt.
Any party in a pending civil case can file AOC-CV-810. That includes plaintiffs, defendants, intervenors, and counterclaimants. The filer is almost always the same party who issued the original subpoena, because they are the one harmed by the non-compliance. Attorneys file these motions for clients, but pro se litigants can also file them in their own name.
The form is used when:
- A witness was personally served with a valid subpoena
- The witness failed to appear at the deposition, hearing, or trial named in the subpoena
- Or the witness failed to produce the documents, electronically stored information (ESI), or tangible items demanded
- And the failure was without adequate excuse under Rule 45(e)
The form is not used for criminal subpoenas, administrative agency subpoenas, or out-of-state subpoenas domesticated under the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act. For those, different procedures apply.
A common misconception is that any annoyed party can file AOC-CV-810. The reality is the filer must show that the subpoena was valid, properly served, and ignored without lawful excuse. If the subpoena was defective, the motion will fail, and the filer can be ordered to pay the non-party’s attorney’s fees under Rule 45(c)(1).
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Gather everything below before you open AOC-CV-810. Missing pieces are the leading reason the Clerk rejects the motion or the judge denies the order.
- The original subpoena (AOC-G-100). You must attach a copy. Without it, the judge has no proof a subpoena was ever issued.
- Proof of service. This is the return-of-service section on the back of AOC-G-100, a sheriff’s return, or an affidavit from a process server. No proof of service equals no contempt.
- The case caption. Pull the exact county, file number, division (District or Superior), and party names from your most recent filed pleading.
- The non-party’s full legal name and address. The Clerk will use this to issue the show-cause order. A wrong name or stale address means the Sheriff cannot serve the order.
- The date and location the witness was supposed to appear. This is your factual anchor for non-compliance.
- A list of documents demanded but not produced. Be precise. “Bank records” is too vague. “All checking account statements for account #1234 from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024” is correct.
- Your contact information. Address, phone, email, and State Bar number if you are an attorney.
- Filing fee or fee waiver. Most counties charge a motion fee. Confirm the current amount with your local Clerk of Superior Court.
- A proposed hearing date. Many counties require the movant to coordinate with the trial court coordinator before submitting.
- Certificate of service. You must serve the motion on all parties and on the non-party witness.
If any item is missing, stop and gather it. Filing a half-baked motion wastes the Clerk’s time and can prejudice the underlying case.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
The official, current version of AOC-CV-810 lives on the North Carolina Judicial Branch forms portal. Always download a fresh copy each time you file, because the Administrative Office of the Courts revises forms periodically and Clerks reject outdated versions.
You can also pick up a paper copy at any Clerk of Superior Court office in all 100 North Carolina counties. The form is free. No Clerk is allowed to charge for the blank form itself.
In counties already migrated to the eCourts File & Serve system (Wake, Mecklenburg, Harnett, Lee, Johnston, and a growing list under the Odyssey rollout), the form is filed electronically through the Tyler File & Serve portal. In paper counties, you print, sign, and walk it to the Clerk.
The form is a fillable PDF. You can type directly into the boxes using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Preview on Mac, or a browser PDF viewer. Hand-printed entries are accepted as long as they are legible and in blue or black ink. A common misconception is that the form must be typed. It does not, but typed forms are processed faster because Clerks do not have to decipher handwriting.
If you are using a screen reader or have an accessibility need, the AOC publishes an accessible version on request through the AOC Accessibility Coordinator.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out AOC-CV-810 Line by Line
The form is one page front and back. The top is the Motion, completed by you. The bottom is the Order, completed by the judge. Below is every field walked through in the exact order it appears on the form.
File No.
What the field asks in plain English. The unique case number assigned by the Clerk when the lawsuit was filed.
How to answer it. Copy the file number exactly from the most recent filed pleading. Use the format 24 CVS 001234 for Superior Court or 24 CVD 005678 for District Court.
A specific example answer. Maria Lopez, the plaintiff in a contract dispute in Wake County, writes 24 CVS 004112 in this box.
A nuance or edge case. If your case has been transferred between divisions, use the current division code (CVS, CVD, CV, SP). Old numbers will not match the Clerk’s docket.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers transpose digits or use the wrong year. The Clerk’s docketing software will not match the motion to the case, and your filing sits in limbo.
A misconception people hold about this field. Some filers think the file number is the same as the subpoena number. It is not. The file number is the master case number, not the subpoena identifier.
County
What the field asks in plain English. The North Carolina county where the lawsuit is pending.
How to answer it. Print the county name in all caps, e.g., MECKLENBURG. Do not include “County” after it; the form already has that printed.
A specific example answer. Carlos Rivera writes DURHAM because his breach-of-contract case is pending in Durham County Superior Court.
A nuance or edge case. If venue is contested, file in the county where the case is currently docketed, not where you think it should be venued.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers write the county where the witness lives instead of where the case is pending. The Clerk in the wrong county will not accept the filing.
A misconception people hold about this field. Some pro se filers think they can file in any county convenient to them. The contempt motion must be filed in the same court that issued the subpoena.
In The General Court of Justice — District/Superior Court Division
What the field asks in plain English. A checkbox telling the court whether the underlying case is in District Court or Superior Court.
How to answer it. Check one box only, matching the division of the underlying case. District Court generally handles cases under $25,000 and family law. Superior Court handles cases over $25,000 and certain specialized matters.
A specific example answer. Janet Brown, suing on a $9,500 unpaid invoice, checks District Court Division.
A nuance or edge case. If the case has been removed from one division to another, check the current division. Confirm with the Clerk’s docket if unsure.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers check both boxes or neither. The Clerk will reject the form because jurisdiction is unclear.
A misconception people hold about this field. Filers think the division is determined by the subpoena. It is not. It is determined by the underlying civil action.
Caption — Plaintiff(s) and Defendant(s)
What the field asks in plain English. The full legal names of every plaintiff and every defendant in the lawsuit.
How to answer it. Copy the caption verbatim from the most recent pleading. Use full legal names. For business entities, include the form (LLC, Inc., Corp.).
A specific example answer. MARIA LOPEZ, Plaintiff on the top line and ACME ROOFING, LLC, Defendant on the bottom line.
A nuance or edge case. If parties have been added or dismissed, use the current caption reflecting those changes, not the original complaint.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers shorten names (“Acme”) or omit middle defendants. The motion is then technically filed in the wrong case caption and may be challenged.
A misconception people hold about this field. Some filers add the non-party witness to the caption. Do not. The witness is named in the body of the motion, not the caption.
Name and Address of Person Subpoenaed
What the field asks in plain English. The full legal name and current physical address of the person who ignored the subpoena.
How to answer it. Use the person’s full legal name (no nicknames) and a street address where the Sheriff can serve them. P.O. Boxes are not acceptable for service.
A specific example answer. Robert J. Henderson, 4421 Wade Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27607.
A nuance or edge case. If the witness is a corporation, name the registered agent and use the address listed on the NC Secretary of State business search.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers list the workplace of an individual witness. The Sheriff often cannot serve at workplaces, and the show-cause order goes unserved.
A misconception people hold about this field. Filers assume the address from the subpoena is still valid. People move. Verify the address before filing.
Date Subpoena Was Served
What the field asks in plain English. The exact date the witness was personally served with the subpoena.
How to answer it. Use MM/DD/YYYY format. Pull the date from the return of service on the original subpoena.
A specific example answer. 03/14/2026 if the Sheriff served the subpoena on March 14, 2026.
A nuance or edge case. If service was by certified mail under Rule 45(b), use the date the green card was signed, not the mailing date.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers use the issuance date instead of the service date. The judge cannot find willful non-compliance without a verified service date.
A misconception people hold about this field. Filers think attempted service counts. It does not. Only completed personal service or accepted certified-mail service counts under Rule 45(b).
Date Witness Was to Appear/Produce Documents
What the field asks in plain English. The date the subpoena commanded the witness to show up or produce documents.
How to answer it. Use MM/DD/YYYY and copy directly from the face of the subpoena.
A specific example answer. 04/02/2026 for a deposition that was scheduled for April 2, 2026.
A nuance or edge case. If the subpoena had a “production by” date and a separate “appearance” date, list both with a clear label.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers list the wrong date and the witness’s lawyer points it out at the hearing, defeating the motion.
A misconception people hold about this field. Some filers think a “rolling production” date is acceptable. It is not. The subpoena must have specified a date certain.
Description of Failure
What the field asks in plain English. A short factual statement of exactly what the witness did or did not do.
How to answer it. Be specific and neutral. State the date, the place, and the act. Avoid argument or insults.
A specific example answer. “On April 2, 2026, Robert J. Henderson failed to appear at the deposition noticed at 9:00 a.m. at the offices of Smith & Jones, 100 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, and failed to produce the documents listed in Exhibit A to the subpoena.”
A nuance or edge case. If the witness partially complied (showed up but refused to answer, or produced some but not all documents), describe the partial compliance precisely.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers write conclusions like “Henderson refuses to cooperate.” Conclusions without facts are not enough for contempt.
A misconception people hold about this field. Some think they can attach a long affidavit instead. You can attach an affidavit, but you still must summarize the failure on the form itself.
Movant’s Signature, Address, Telephone, and Bar Number
What the field asks in plain English. Your signature and contact info as the person filing the motion.
How to answer it. Sign in blue or black ink. Print your name below. Include a street address (not a P.O. Box for attorneys), telephone, and email. Attorneys add their NC State Bar number.
A specific example answer. Maria Lopez, 1820 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27608, (919) 555-2233, maria.lopez@email.com. Pro se litigants leave the Bar number blank.
A nuance or edge case. Electronic signatures are accepted in eCourts counties using the /s/ format, e.g., /s/ Maria Lopez.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers forget to date the signature. The Clerk may reject an undated motion as defective under Rule 11.
A misconception people hold about this field. Pro se filers think they need a notary. They do not. A signature alone, under Rule 11, is enough.
Order to Show Cause (Bottom Half)
What the field asks in plain English. The block where the judge fills in the hearing date, time, and courtroom and signs the order.
How to answer it. Leave this section blank. It is for the judge. Do not write in the date or sign as judge. Coordinate the hearing date with the trial court administrator before submission so the judge can fill it in quickly.
A specific example answer. Filers leave the block empty. The judge later writes 05/15/2026 at 9:30 a.m. in Courtroom 4C, Wake County Justice Center.
A nuance or edge case. Some counties want a proposed order with the date typed in pencil. Confirm with the trial court coordinator.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers fill in the judge’s portion and sign on the judge’s line. The Clerk rejects the filing as a forgery risk.
A misconception people hold about this field. Filers think the Clerk can sign the order. Only a District or Superior Court judge can sign a show-cause order under Rule 45(e).
Certificate of Service
What the field asks in plain English. A sworn statement that you served a copy of the motion on every party and on the non-party witness.
How to answer it. List each party served, the method of service (US mail, email if consented, hand delivery), and the date of service. Sign and date.
A specific example answer. “I served a copy of the foregoing on Acme Roofing, LLC c/o counsel John Smith by US mail and on Robert J. Henderson by certified mail, return receipt requested, on 04/10/2026.”
A nuance or edge case. Service of the motion itself can be by mail under Rule 5, but the Sheriff must serve the order once signed.
A common mistake on this field and its direct consequence. Filers skip serving the witness. Without service of the motion, due process is violated and the contempt order is voidable.
A misconception people hold about this field. Filers think email is always acceptable. Email is only allowed if the recipient has agreed to email service or is a registered eCourts user.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
Scenario 1: Maria Lopez vs. Acme Roofing — Hospital Records Subpoena Ignored
Maria slipped on a roofing nail at her job site, sued Acme, and subpoenaed her treating hospital for records. The hospital ignored the subpoena.
| Form Section | What Maria Enters |
|---|---|
| File No. | 24 CVS 004112 |
| County | WAKE |
| Division | Superior Court Division |
| Caption | MARIA LOPEZ v. ACME ROOFING, LLC |
| Name and Address of Person Subpoenaed | WakeMed Health, c/o Registered Agent CT Corporation, 160 Mine Lake Court, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27615 |
| Date Subpoena Served | 03/01/2026 |
| Date to Appear/Produce | 03/22/2026 |
| Description of Failure | “WakeMed failed to produce any of the medical records identified in Exhibit A to the subpoena, despite proper service on March 1, 2026.” |
| Movant’s Signature | /s/ Maria Lopez, pro se |
Scenario 2: Carlos Rivera vs. Former Employer — Deposition No-Show
Carlos sued his old company for unpaid commissions and subpoenaed his former supervisor for a deposition. The supervisor never showed.
| Form Section | What Carlos Enters |
|---|---|
| File No. | 25 CVD 008221 |
| County | MECKLENBURG |
| Division | District Court Division |
| Caption | CARLOS RIVERA v. PIEDMONT SALES GROUP, INC. |
| Name and Address of Person Subpoenaed | David Pham, 215 Oakdale Road, Charlotte, NC 28216 |
| Date Subpoena Served | 02/14/2026 |
| Date to Appear/Produce | 03/05/2026 |
| Description of Failure | “Mr. Pham failed to appear at the deposition noticed at 10:00 a.m. on March 5, 2026, at 525 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte.” |
| Movant’s Signature | /s/ Olivia Chen, NC Bar #45221, attorney for Carlos Rivera |
Scenario 3: Janet Brown — Family Law Bank Records Subpoena
Janet is in an equitable distribution case and subpoenaed her ex-husband’s bank for account records. The bank produced some statements but withheld others.
| Form Section | What Janet Enters |
|---|---|
| File No. | 25 CVD 003317 |
| County | DURHAM |
| Division | District Court Division |
| Caption | JANET BROWN v. MICHAEL BROWN |
| Name and Address of Person Subpoenaed | First Carolina Bank, c/o Registered Agent, 171 N. Main Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 |
| Date Subpoena Served | 01/20/2026 |
| Date to Appear/Produce | 02/15/2026 |
| Description of Failure | “First Carolina Bank produced statements only for 2024 and failed to produce statements for 2022 and 2023 demanded by the subpoena.” |
| Movant’s Signature | /s/ Aisha Patel, NC Bar #51100, attorney for Janet Brown |
| Certificate of Service | Mailed to all counsel and to First Carolina Bank registered agent on 02/22/2026 |
How to File the Completed Form
You have three filing channels in North Carolina. The right channel depends on whether your county is on the eCourts platform or still paper-based.
In Person at the Clerk of Superior Court. Walk the signed motion, the original subpoena, and the proof of service to the Civil Division at your local courthouse. The address for every county is on the NC court locations page. The motion fee in most counties is $20.00 under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 7A-308. Payment is accepted in cash, check, money order, and most counties take credit cards with a surcharge. Keep the file-stamped copy as your proof of filing.
By Mail. Mail the motion, attachments, fee check made out to Clerk of Superior Court, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to the Clerk’s mailing address listed on the county locator. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. Use certified mail with return receipt as your proof of filing.
Through eCourts File & Serve. In Odyssey counties, log in to the Tyler File & Serve portal, upload the PDF, pay the fee online via credit card or eCheck, and receive an email confirmation. Processing is usually within 24 hours. The system gives you a stamped Filed copy as your proof.
After filing, the proposed order goes to the assigned judge. Once signed, the Clerk returns a copy and the Sheriff serves the show-cause order on the witness.
What Happens After You File
Once the Clerk dockets the motion, the file goes to the trial court coordinator who routes it to a judge for review. The judge can sign the order ex parte if the motion is facially sufficient under Rule 45(e), or set a preliminary hearing.
After the order is signed, the Sheriff personally serves the witness with the show-cause order under Rule 4. Sheriff service typically costs $30 per defendant under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 7A-311. The order tells the witness to appear on a date certain, usually 15 to 30 days out.
At the hearing, the witness has the burden to show “adequate excuse” for non-compliance. If the judge finds willful disobedience, sanctions can include attorney’s fees, daily fines, document compliance orders, and in extreme cases up to 30 days in jail for civil contempt under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 5A-21.
If the witness complies before the hearing, the motion is usually withdrawn or the hearing canceled. Many witnesses respond to the show-cause order by promptly producing the documents to avoid contempt findings.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
- Filing without proof of service of the original subpoena. Without proof, the judge cannot find willful disobedience and the motion fails.
- Using a P.O. Box for the witness. The Sheriff cannot serve at a P.O. Box, and the show-cause order is returned unserved.
- Vague descriptions of failure. “Refused to cooperate” without facts gets the motion denied at the show-cause hearing.
- Wrong file number. A transposed digit means the motion is docketed in the wrong case and your hearing never happens.
- Filing in the wrong county. The motion must be filed in the same court that issued the subpoena, not the witness’s home county.
- Filling in the judge’s order block. This is rejected as a forgery risk and delays the filing.
- Skipping the certificate of service. Without it, due process is violated and any contempt order is voidable on appeal.
- Forgetting to attach the original subpoena. No subpoena, no contempt. The Clerk often catches this and rejects the motion.
- Using an outdated form revision. AOC forms get revised, and Clerks reject obsolete versions.
- Not coordinating the hearing date with the trial court coordinator. The judge cannot pick a date if the calendar is not cleared.
- Filing too soon. Some courts want a Rule 37-style meet-and-confer letter first. Check local rules.
- Naming the wrong corporate agent. Use the agent listed on the Secretary of State business search, not what you find on Google.
Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s
- Do download a fresh copy of the form from nccourts.gov every time you file. Forms get revised.
- Do attach the original subpoena and proof of service. They are the evidentiary backbone of the motion.
- Do coordinate the hearing date with the trial court administrator. Judges hate calendaring conflicts.
- Do use full legal names and complete street addresses. Sheriff’s deputies serve only what is on the order.
- Do keep a file-stamped copy. Your proof of filing protects you if anything is lost.
- Do serve the motion on every party and the non-party witness. Due process is non-negotiable.
Don’ts
- Don’t fill in the judge’s portion of the form. That is reversible error.
- Don’t use vague factual statements. “Refused to cooperate” is not a finding of fact.
- Don’t assume the subpoena address is still valid. Verify before filing.
- Don’t mail without certified return receipt. Lost mail costs you weeks.
- Don’t combine multiple witnesses on one form. Each non-compliant witness gets their own AOC-CV-810.
- Don’t file before checking local rules. Some counties require a meet-and-confer letter first.
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help
Pros of Filing Pro Se
- Saves the cost of attorney’s fees, often $250 to $500 per hour.
- Pro se litigants control timing and tone of the motion.
- Form AOC-CV-810 is one of the simpler AOC forms to complete.
- Filing fees are the same whether you have a lawyer or not.
- Self-filers learn the system and can handle future motions confidently.
Cons of Filing Pro Se
- Procedural mistakes can cost you the motion entirely.
- Judges hold pro se filers to the same legal standard as attorneys per Bledsoe v. County of Wilkes.
- Cross-examining a witness at the show-cause hearing is hard without trial experience.
- Drafting the description of failure with the right legal framing is tricky.
- Recovering attorney’s fees requires affidavits that pro se filers cannot generate.
- Some Clerks are stricter with pro se filings, demanding perfect form compliance.
Filing by Paper vs. eCourts: Quick Comparison
| Feature | Paper Filing |
|---|---|
| Where | Clerk of Superior Court counter or by mail |
| Fee | $20.00 motion fee, paid by cash, check, or money order |
| Processing | Same day in person, 5–10 business days by mail |
| Proof | File-stamped copy you keep |
| Best for | Counties not yet on Odyssey, complex attachments |
| Feature | eCourts File & Serve |
|---|---|
| Where | Tyler File & Serve portal |
| Fee | $20.00 plus a small electronic processing surcharge |
| Processing | Usually within 24 hours |
| Proof | Emailed Filed stamped PDF |
| Best for | Wake, Mecklenburg, Harnett, Lee, Johnston and other Odyssey counties |
FAQs
Is North Carolina Form AOC-CV-810 the right form for a non-party who ignored a subpoena duces tecum?
Yes. AOC-CV-810 covers both failure to appear and failure to produce documents under a subpoena duces tecum, as long as the underlying case is civil and pending in NC courts.
Can a pro se litigant file Form AOC-CV-810 without a lawyer?
Yes. Any party in a pending civil case can file the motion, including pro se filers, but they must follow the same procedural rules attorneys follow.
Do I write the witness’s home address or work address in the “Name and Address of Person Subpoenaed” box?
Yes, use the home address whenever possible because the Sheriff cannot serve a show-cause order at most workplaces, and bad addresses delay the contempt hearing.
Should I sign the judge’s order block at the bottom of the form?
No. The bottom block is reserved for a District or Superior Court judge. Filling it in is treated as a forgery risk and the Clerk will reject the motion.
Do I need to attach the original subpoena and the return of service?
Yes. Without both, the judge has no proof a valid subpoena was issued and properly served, and the motion will be denied on its face.
Can I list more than one non-compliant witness on one AOC-CV-810?
No. Each non-compliant witness gets a separate AOC-CV-810 because the show-cause order must be tailored to one person.
Is there a filing fee for AOC-CV-810?
Yes. Most NC counties charge a $20.00 motion fee under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 7A-308, plus Sheriff’s service fees of about $30 per witness when the order is served.
Can the form be filed electronically through eCourts?
Yes, in counties already on Odyssey such as Wake, Mecklenburg, Harnett, Lee, and Johnston, the form is filed through the Tyler File & Serve portal with the same $20 motion fee.
Do I need to write a long affidavit, or is the form’s “Description of Failure” enough?
No long affidavit is required, but a short, specific factual statement on the form is mandatory; an attached affidavit strengthens the motion when contempt is contested.
Can a witness avoid the show-cause hearing by complying late?
Yes. Most judges will discharge the show-cause order if the witness fully complies before the hearing, although the movant can still seek attorney’s fees for the work done.
What if I do not know the witness’s current address?
No filing is allowed without a serviceable address; you must locate the witness through skip tracing or an updated business registration before filing.
Does the certificate of service have to be notarized?
No. Under Rule 11 of the NC Rules of Civil Procedure, a signature alone certifies service. Notarization is not required for the certificate of service on this form.
Can I use Form AOC-CV-810 to compel a witness in a criminal case?
No. This form is for civil cases only. Criminal subpoena enforcement uses different procedures under Chapter 15A of the General Statutes.
What if the subpoena was served by certified mail rather than by the Sheriff?
Yes, certified mail service is valid under Rule 45(b) when the green card is signed by the recipient, and the date the green card was signed becomes the service date on the form.
Related reading
- How to Fill Out North Carolina Form AOC-CV-100 (w/Examples) + FAQs
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