Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) AMCA Practice Exam

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What is the legal order called that is issued by the court to obtain evidence?

Summons
Affidavit
Subpoena
Mandate

The correct answer is: Subpoena

A legal order issued by the court to obtain evidence is known as a subpoena. It is an official document that requires an individual to testify or produce evidence in a legal proceeding. Subpoenas are critical in the judicial process as they help ensure that relevant information can be gathered for the case at hand. This instrument can compel witnesses to appear in court or to provide documents and other evidence necessary for a lawsuit or investigation. The enforceability of a subpoena means that failure to comply can lead to legal consequences, such as contempt of court. In contrast, a summons serves to notify a person that they are being sued and requires their appearance in court, while an affidavit is a written statement made under oath used to present evidence in court. A mandate generally refers to an authoritative command or order but does not specifically pertain to obtaining evidence in legal contexts.