North Dakota § 31-03-25 - Summoning witness in this state to testify in another state
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 31-03-25 — Summoning witness in this state to testify in another state, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-03-25. Summoning witness in this state to testify in another state
If a judge of a court of record in any state which by its laws has made provision for commanding persons within that state to attend and testify in a criminal prosecution in this state, certifies under the seal of such court that: 1. There is a criminal prosecution pending in such court; 2. A person who is within this state is a material witness in such prosecution; and 3. The person's presence will be required for a specified number of days, any judge of a court of record in the county in which such person may be, upon presentation of such certificate, shall fix a time and place for a hearing and shall notify the witness of such time and place.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 31-03-25
What does North Dakota Century Code § 31-03-25 cover?
Section 31-03-25 ("Summoning witness in this state to testify in another state") 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 § 31-03-25?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 31-03-25" (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 § 31-03-25 apply to my situation?
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