North Dakota § 13-13-16 - Orders and injunctions
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 13-13-16 — Orders and injunctions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-13-16. Orders and injunctions
Whenever it appears to the department of financial institutions either upon complaint or otherwise, that any person has engaged in, is engaging in, or is about to engage in any act or practice or transaction which is prohibited by this chapter, or by any order of the department issued pursuant to any section of this chapter or which is declared to be illegal in this chapter, the department may, in its discretion: 1. Issue an order that is effective upon issuance, including cease and desist, stop, and suspension orders, which it deems necessary or appropriate in the public interest or for the protection of the public. Any person aggrieved by an order issued pursuant to this subsection may request a hearing before the department if the request is made within ten days after receipt of the order. The hearing must be held in accordance with chapter 28-32 as must any appeal. 2. Apply to the district court of Burleigh County for an injunction restraining a person and the agents, employees, partners, officers, and directors of the person from continuing the act, practice, or transaction of engaging or doing any acts in furtherance of, and for other and further relief as the facts may warrant. In any proceeding for an injunction, the department may apply for and on due showing be entitled to have issued the court's subpoena requiring the appearance of any defendants and their agents, employees, partners, officers, or directors, and the production of documents, books, and records as may appear necessary for the hearing upon the petition for an injunction. Upon proof of any of the offenses described in this section, the court may grant an injunction as the facts may warrant. The court may not require the department to post a bond.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 13-13-16
What does North Dakota Century Code § 13-13-16 cover?
Section 13-13-16 ("Orders and injunctions") 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 § 13-13-16?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 13-13-16" (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 § 13-13-16 apply to my situation?
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