Definitions

42 Pa.C.S. § 5962, under Depositions and Witnesses.

42 Pa.C.S. § 5962

The following words and phrases when used in this subchapter shall have, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the meanings given to them in this section:

"Summons." Includes a subpoena, order or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.

"Witness." Includes a person whose testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand jury or in a criminal action, prosecution or proceeding.