“Witness” as used in this Act shall include a person whose testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand jury or in a criminal action, prosecution or proceeding.
     The word “summons” shall include a subpoena (both subpoena ad testificandum and subpoena duces tecum), order or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.

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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 725 ILCS 220/1

  • Grand jury: agreement providing that a lender will delay exercising its rights (in the case of a mortgage,
  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.