141—2.10(2C) Subpoenas.

1. 2.10(1)  Issuance. Pursuant to Iowa Code subsection 2C.9(5), the ombudsman has power to issue a subpoena to compel any person to appear, give sworn testimony, or produce documentary or other evidence relevant to a matter under inquiry.
2. 2.10(2)  Notice. The ombudsman shall give reasonable notice of the date, time, place, and purpose for the taking of testimony or the production of documentary or other evidence. Notice shall be served in accordance with the law applicable to the service of subpoenas in civil actions.
3. 2.10(3)  Fees. A person required to give testimony or produce documentary or other evidence is entitled to payment of the same fees and travel allowances as are payable to a witness whose attendance has been required in a district court of this state.

4. 2.10(4)  Enforcement. If a person fails or refuses to obey a subpoena, the ombudsman may file a petition with the district court having jurisdiction for an order directing obedience to the subpoena under Iowa Code subsection 2C.9(5).

   [Adopted and published 10/26/16 pursuant to Iowa Code section 2C.9(5), effective 11/1/16]