California · Water Code
WAT §1097: Upon failure to obey the order the witness shall be dealt with as for contempt of court.
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A witness who fails to obey a court order may be prosecuted for contempt of court.
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Upon failure to obey the order the witness shall be dealt with as for contempt of court.
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