Military Justice II Practice Test

In the USAF, subpoenas for witness attendance are issued using a Department of Defense form designed specifically for that purpose, and it is prepared in duplicates. This form is the official instrument to compel appearance in investigations or court-martial proceedings, and having duplicates ensures two essential things: one copy goes with service to the witness (so they have the notice and can respond), and another is kept by the issuing authority for the record. This maintains a clear, auditable trail showing the witness was formally required to appear and that proper service procedures were followed. Other forms listed are used for different functions, such as witness statements or non-coverage-related records requests, and do not authorize or compel attendance in the same formal manner as a subpoena.