1If a witness who has been duly summoned, does not appear at the established place, date and time, in absence of any legal impediment, the court may order his/her forced accompaniment or impose him a fine up to 30.000 ALL.
2The court may revoke the decision issued under paragraph 1 of this Article or reduce the fine, if it proves that there are reasonable grounds.
3The person subject to forced accompaniment shall not be held beyond the time necessary for his/her presence and, in any case, no longer than twenty-four hours.
4The provisions of paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of this article shall also apply to experts and interpreters.
5The provisions of paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of this article shall not apply to minor witnesses.
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