Ky. Rev. Stat. ch. 383 § 383.230
Witnesses, subpoenas and coercion of attendance
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383.230 Witnesses, subpoenas and coercion of attendance. The court may issue subpoenas for witnesses at the request of either party, and their attendance and testifying may be coerced by the court which conducts the inquest.
Kentucky Revised Statute § 383.230 grants courts the authority to compel witnesses to appear and testify during a landlord-tenant inquest proceeding. Either party to the dispute — landlord or tenant — may request that the court issue a subpoena to bring a witness before it. The court overseeing the inquest retains the power to enforce attendance and testimony through its coercive authority.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ky. Rev. Stat. § 383.230, property owners and managers involved in an inquest proceeding have the right to request that the court subpoena witnesses whose testimony may be relevant to the matter. A compliant and prepared operator generally identifies potential witnesses early and submits requests to the court in a timely manner. Understanding this procedural tool can help landlords ensure that material evidence is presented during the inquest.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ky. Rev. Stat. § 383.230 gives tenants the same right as landlords to ask the court to subpoena witnesses during an inquest proceeding. If a witness with relevant knowledge is unwilling to appear voluntarily, a tenant may request that the court use its authority to compel that person's attendance and testimony. Tenants who want to understand how to exercise this right in practice may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Kentucky landlord-tenant proceedings.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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