29-1906. Terms, defined.
(1) The word witness as used in sections 29-1906 to 29-1911 shall include a person whose testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand jury or in a criminal action, prosecution or proceeding; (2) the word state shall include any territory of the United States and the District of Columbia; (3) the word summons shall include a subpoena, order or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.
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