North Dakota § 11-15-26 - Sheriff to deliver commitment papers to warden and receive receipt for
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§ 11-15-26. Sheriff to deliver commitment papers to warden and receive receipt for
prisoner. The sheriff shall deliver a person sentenced to be confined in the penitentiary to the warden of the penitentiary together with a certified copy of the judgment and sentence of the court ordering the imprisonment. The warden shall deliver to the sheriff a receipt in which the warden acknowledges the delivery to the sheriff of the prisoner, naming the prisoner. The sheriff shall return such receipt to the clerk of the court in which the conviction and sentence were had, and the clerk shall file and retain the same in the clerk's office.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 11-15-26
What does North Dakota Century Code § 11-15-26 cover?
Section 11-15-26 ("Sheriff to deliver commitment papers to warden and receive receipt for") 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 § 11-15-26?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 11-15-26" (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 § 11-15-26 apply to my situation?
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