According to a. 209 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, if someone is legally called to testify, he cannot refuse it except for the exceptions expressly stated in the Code. At the expense of the one who does not fulfill his duty to testify, i.e. does not appear in court, even though he was legally summoned (false witness), a warrant of forcible arrest may be issued and a fine of 100-200 euros may be imposed. If, however, he did not appear for reasons of force majeure or great hindrance, he may file a protest against the decision condemning him, within a period of 15 days from its service.