(1) The word “witness” as used in KRS § 421.230 to KRS § 421.270 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.
(2) The word “state” shall include any territory of the United States and District of

Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 421.230

  • Action: includes all proceedings in any court of this state. See Kentucky Statutes 446.010
  • 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.

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(3) The word “summons” shall include a subpoena, order or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.
Effective: June 19, 1952
History: Created 1952 Ky. Acts ch. 132, sec. 1, effective June 19, 1952.