North Dakota § 49-05-07 - Immunity from prosecution for self-incrimination
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 49-05-07 — Immunity from prosecution for self-incrimination, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49-05-07. Immunity from prosecution for self-incrimination
No person subpoenaed or ordered shall be excused from attending and testifying or from producing books, records, correspondence, documents, or other evidence in any investigation or inquiry by or hearing before the commission or any commissioner upon the ground that the testimony or evidence required of the person may tend to incriminate the person or subject the person to a penalty or forfeiture. No person shall be prosecuted or subjected to any penalty or forfeiture for or on account of any act, transaction, matter, or thing concerning which the person is compelled, after having claimed the privilege against self-incrimination, to testify or produce evidence. The provisions of this section shall not exempt any person from prosecution or punishment for perjury. Nothing herein contained shall be construed as in any manner giving to any public utility immunity of any kind.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 49-05-07
What does North Dakota Century Code § 49-05-07 cover?
Section 49-05-07 ("Immunity from prosecution for self-incrimination") 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 § 49-05-07?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 49-05-07" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Dakota attorney.
How does North Dakota § 49-05-07 apply to my situation?
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