North Dakota § 27-10-19 - Undertaking may be ordered prosecuted by and in behalf of party aggrieved
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 27-10-19 — Undertaking may be ordered prosecuted by and in behalf of party aggrieved, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27-10-19. Undertaking may be ordered prosecuted by and in behalf of party aggrieved
- Extent of recovery. An order directing an undertaking given for the appearance of a person accused of contempt to be prosecuted, in the discretion of the court, may direct the prosecution thereof by and in the name of any party aggrieved by the misconduct of the accused. In such a case, the plaintiff may recover damages to the extent of the loss or injury sustained by reason of the misconduct, together with the costs and expenses of prosecuting the proceedings in which the warrant was issued, but the recovery may not exceed the sum specified in the undertaking.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 27-10-19
What does North Dakota Century Code § 27-10-19 cover?
Section 27-10-19 ("Undertaking may be ordered prosecuted by and in behalf of party aggrieved") 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 § 27-10-19?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 27-10-19" (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 § 27-10-19 apply to my situation?
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