North Dakota § 29-21-15 - Mistake in offense charged - Other proceedings
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 29-21-15 — Mistake in offense charged - Other proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-21-15. Mistake in offense charged - Other proceedings
When it appears, at any time before verdict or judgment, that a mistake has been made in charging the proper offense, the defendant must not be discharged, if there appears good cause to detain the defendant in custody, but the court shall commit the defendant, or require the defendant to give bail for the defendant's appearance to answer to the offense, and also may require the witnesses to give bail for their appearance. The provisions of rule 12 of the North Dakota Rules of Criminal Procedure as to the manner and time of prosecution, so far as applicable, govern the further proceedings under this section.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 29-21-15
What does North Dakota Century Code § 29-21-15 cover?
Section 29-21-15 ("Mistake in offense charged - Other proceedings") 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 § 29-21-15?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 29-21-15 apply to my situation?
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