North Dakota § 29-05-01 - What complaint must state
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§ 29-05-01. What complaint must state
A complaint must state: 1. The name of the person accused, if known, or if not known and it is so stated, that person may be designated by any other name; 2. The county in which the offense was committed; 3. The general name of the crime or public offense committed; 4. The acts or omissions complained of as constituting the crime or public offense named; 5. The person against whom, or against whose property, the offense was committed, if known; and 6. If the offense is against the property of any person, a general description of such property. The complaint must be subscribed and sworn to by the complainant.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 29-05-01
What does North Dakota Century Code § 29-05-01 cover?
Section 29-05-01 ("What complaint must state") 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 § 29-05-01?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 29-05-01" (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 § 29-05-01 apply to my situation?
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