North Dakota § 36-01-17 - Oaths and examinations
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 36-01-17 — Oaths and examinations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-01-17. Oaths and examinations
The board, any member of the board, the state veterinarian, or the commissioner may examine or cause to be examined under oath all persons believed to possess knowledge of material facts concerning the existence or dissemination, or the danger of dissemination, of disease among domestic animals or nontraditional livestock. For this purpose, the board, members of the board, the state veterinarian, or the commissioner may take depositions, compel witnesses to attend and testify, and administer oaths. Such witnesses are entitled to receive the same fees for attendance and travel as witnesses before the district courts. The commissioner shall pay the fees from legislative appropriations.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 36-01-17
What does North Dakota Century Code § 36-01-17 cover?
Section 36-01-17 ("Oaths and examinations") 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 § 36-01-17?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 36-01-17" (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 § 36-01-17 apply to my situation?
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