North Dakota § 34-08-12 - Change of judge to hear contempt charge - Demand required
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 34-08-12 — Change of judge to hear contempt charge - Demand required, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34-08-12. Change of judge to hear contempt charge - Demand required
The defendant in any proceeding for contempt of court arising out of matters covered by the provisions of this chapter may file with the court, prior to the hearing in such proceeding, a demand for the retirement of the judge sitting in the proceeding if: 1. The contempt is alleged to have arisen from an attack upon the character or conduct of such judge; and 2. The attack which is alleged to be the basis of such proceeding occurred elsewhere than in the presence of the court or so near thereto as to interfere directly with the administration of justice. Upon the filing of such demand, the judge shall proceed no further in the matter and another judge must be designated by the supreme court to hear the same.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 34-08-12
What does North Dakota Century Code § 34-08-12 cover?
Section 34-08-12 ("Change of judge to hear contempt charge - Demand required") 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 § 34-08-12?
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