North Dakota § 29-21-17 - Trial on original charge after mistake
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 29-21-17 — Trial on original charge after mistake, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-21-17. Trial on original charge after mistake
If, after a mistake in charging an offense as is provided in section 29-21-15, a new information is not filed nor a new indictment found as is provided in rule 12 of the North Dakota Rules of Criminal Procedure, the court shall proceed again to try the defendant on the original charge.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 29-21-17
What does North Dakota Century Code § 29-21-17 cover?
Section 29-21-17 ("Trial on original charge after mistake") 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 § 29-21-17?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 29-21-17" (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 § 29-21-17 apply to my situation?
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