North Dakota § 29-01-06 - Rights of defendant
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 29-01-06 — Rights of defendant, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-01-06. Rights of defendant
In all criminal prosecutions the party accused has the right: 1. To appear and defend in person and with counsel; 2. To demand and be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; 3. To meet the witnesses against the party face to face; 4. To have the process of the court to compel the attendance of witnesses in the party's behalf; and 5. To a speedy and public trial, and by an impartial jury in the county in which the offense is alleged to have been committed or is triable, but subject to the right of the state to have a change of the place of trial for any of the causes for which the party accused may obtain the same.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 29-01-06
What does North Dakota Century Code § 29-01-06 cover?
Section 29-01-06 ("Rights of defendant") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Dakota § 29-01-06?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 29-01-06" (North Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 29-01-06 apply to my situation?
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