Scenario: Adult suspect uses grandpa's tangible property (gun, bat, book, lamp, etc.) in the commission of an asaultive offense against ex-spouse. Grandpa is protective of adult suspect and avoids police for investigative interview.

Question: A grand jury subpoena is issued for grandpa. Can the grand jury subpoena command the grandpa to produce the tangible property used in the commission of the offense?

Note: This question comes on the heels of a case I worked. In polling other officers, they told me they have used the grand jury subpoena for persons to produce documents, papers, and the like. However, I posed the question above and stirred some thoughts with JD's and PO's alike. Has anyone used the grand jury subpoena in a similar context succesfully?

CRJ

I know-----"subpoena" not "subpeona". It's early.

Any guidance would be appreciated.