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In addition to supplying the record, the person who possesses the record could be compelled to deliver it at a certain time and place if the request is accompanied by a ___.

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Answer: Subpoena duces tecum.

Explanation:

Subpoena duces tecum is a court order served to the recipient to appear in court with certain documents or evidence that is instrumental in prosecuting a case.

If a subpoena duces tecum is ignored, the court will hold the recipient in contempt and it is punishable either by jail, fine or both.

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