CT HB07034

Nonparty witnesses served with subpoenas for depositions and document production may file written objections within 15 days of service if the subpoena causes undue burden or expense.

Objecting nonparty witnesses must submit an affidavit detailing estimated or actual compliance costs, including attorney's fees and electronic discovery expenses.

The party requesting the subpoena cannot compel compliance without a Superior Court order when a nonparty witness objects on grounds of undue burden or expense.

If the Superior Court finds undue burden or expense, any order to compel may include reimbursement of the witness's reasonable compliance costs, except for subpoenas commanding production of medical records.

The provisions do not apply to civil actions filed under section 52-190a, and the act takes effect October 1, 2015.