North Dakota § 29-19-06 - Application for continuance on ground of absent witness
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 29-19-06 — Application for continuance on ground of absent witness, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-19-06. Application for continuance on ground of absent witness
An application for a continuance on the ground that a witness is absent must show: 1. That the applicant has used due diligence to prepare for the trial; 2. The nature of the diligence used; 3. The name and residence of the absent witness; 4. What the applicant expects or believes such witness would testify were that witness present and orally examined in court; 5. That the testimony of the witness is material; 6. The nature of any document wanted and where the same may be found; 7. That the same facts cannot be satisfactorily shown by other evidence; and 8. That the witness is not absent through the connivance or counsel of the applicant.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 29-19-06
What does North Dakota Century Code § 29-19-06 cover?
Section 29-19-06 ("Application for continuance on ground of absent witness") 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 § 29-19-06?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 29-19-06" (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 § 29-19-06 apply to my situation?
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