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To: The Philosopher who wrote (6753)7/7/1999 9:41:00 PM
From: Peter V  Read Replies (1) of 32871
 
Subpoenas carry the penalty of contempt of court is not complied with.

yes, but you can challenge them and hopefully get them cancelled (quashed). But you have to do so BEFORE SI turns over the information. You may not be successful in quashing the subpoena, but I'd sure as hell try.

Did you know that a lawyer on his own initiative without any approval from any judge or court can issue a valid subpoena?

Absolutely true. Which is why the SI policy of complying with every subpoena without notice to the posters involved is so scary. It is incredibly easy to file a suit, issue a subpoena, and get everyone's real identity.

It should not be so easy, and SI should give posters notice so that they can attempt to prevent the release of the information. I'm sure SI doesn't really want to do this as it complicates their lives, but given the absolute SI Term of Use that every poster's real identity is sacred, it's the least they could do.
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