Production/Inspection v. Duces Tecum

Below is a table showing the differences between production or inspection orders and subpoenas duces tecum.

Production or Inspection of Documents or Things	Subpoena Duces Tecum
Nature: Essentially a mode of discovery	Means of compelling production of evidence
Subject of the order: The Rules are limited to the parties to the action.	May be directed to a non-party
Time: May be asked before or during trial	May be asked only during trial
Resolution of the motion: The order under this Rule is issued only upon motion with notice to the adverse party.	May be issued upon an ex parte application.