A Washington Subpoena to Produce Documents, Information, or Objects or to Permit Inspection of Premises in a Civil Action is a legal document issued by a court in the state of Washington, which orders an individual or entity to provide documents, information, or objects related to a civil lawsuit. This type of subpoena is commonly used during the discovery phase of a civil action, which is when parties exchange information and evidence to better prepare for trial. There are two types of Washington Subpoena to Produce Documents, Information, or Objects or to Permit Inspection of Premises in a Civil Action: a Subpoena Ducks Cecum and a Subpoena Ad Testificandum. A Subpoena Ducks Cecum orders an individual or entity to produce documents, information, or objects that may be relevant to the case. A Subpoena Ad Testificandum orders an individual or entity to appear in court to give testimony, or provide a sworn statement, related to the civil action. The person or entity that receives a Washington Subpoena to Produce Documents, Information, or Objects or to Permit Inspection of Premises in a Civil Action must comply with the order. Failure to comply with the order may result in sanctions such as fines or even jail time.