🗂️ Deposition Officer Services

Certified Handling of Subpoenaed Records in California

At CaliDocs, we serve as legally authorized Deposition Officers under California Evidence Code §1560–§1561. When you subpoena records for litigation, our job is to receive, manage, and preserve those documents in accordance with strict legal and privacy standards.

We support attorneys, paralegals, and pro per clients by ensuring subpoenaed materials are properly handled from issuance to delivery.

✅ What We Do as Deposition Officers:

• Accept delivery of subpoenaed records from Custodians of Records

• Log, secure, and verify received documents

• Prepare and deliver records to the requesting party (or court, if ordered)

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, Evidence Code, and court requirements

• Maintain clear chain of custody and audit trail

• Provide Declarations of Custodian of Records when applicable

🛡️ Why Choose CaliDocs?

• Registered Professional Photocopier & Deposition Officer

• Strict compliance with CA Evidence Code & HIPAA

• Secure document tracking and delivery

• Fast, friendly communication and support

• We handle all paperwork and deadlines so you don’t have to

📌 Common Record Types:

• Medical & psychological records

• Employment & HR files

• Bank, tax, and financial records

• Insurance and billing statements

• Education or personnel files

• Business, lease, or contract records

🔍 What is a Deposition Officer?

A Deposition Officer is a neutral third party authorized under the California Evidence Code to receive subpoenaed records for inspection, copying, and delivery in legal proceedings. CaliDocs acts as your deposition officer for:

• Medical and employment records

• Financial and banking records

• Business files and contracts

• Third-party document production

💼 Services Include:

• Preparing SUBP-010 & SUBP-025 forms

• Serving subpoenas to third parties

• Receiving and safeguarding confidential records

• Delivering documents to the requesting party

• Providing Proof of Service and compliance tracking

💰 Pricing (Sample Range):

Service Fee

• Subpoena preparation $50–$85 per set

• Personal service of process $75–$125

• Deposition officer fee (per job) $50–$100

• Copying & records management Based on volume

❓ FAQs

Q: Can a Deposition Officer be a process server?
Yes, in California, a registered process server can also serve as a deposition officer if they’re not a party to the case and properly handle record custody.

Q: Do I need a notice to consumer?
Yes, if you're requesting personal or employee records (e.g., medical, employment, or financial), you must serve a SUBP-025 notice to the consumer at least 10 days before the subpoena is served.

Q: What happens after records are received?
We log and deliver the records directly to you—securely and with a chain of custody if required. Digital delivery is available.

Q: Can you serve subpoenas on banks and corporations?
Yes. We regularly serve major institutions like Chase, BofA, Kaiser, and Home Depot through their registered agents (e.g., CT Corporation or CSC).