North Dakota § 44-10-16 - Other accusations - Delivery by judge to state's attorney
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§ 44-10-16. Other accusations - Delivery by judge to state's attorney
When an accusation in writing and verified by the oath of any person is presented to the district court, alleging that an officer or school board member within the jurisdiction of the court has been guilty of charging and collecting illegal fees for services rendered or to be rendered in that officer's or school board member's office, or has refused or neglected to perform the official duties pertaining to that officer's or school board member's office, or has been rendered incompetent to perform said duties by reason of habitual drunkenness or other cause, the judge of the court to whom it is delivered must transmit the accusation to the state's attorney of the county, or in case it is against the state's attorney of the county, the accusation must be delivered as provided by section 44-10-15.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 44-10-16
What does North Dakota Century Code § 44-10-16 cover?
Section 44-10-16 ("Other accusations - Delivery by judge to state's attorney") 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 § 44-10-16?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 44-10-16" (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 § 44-10-16 apply to my situation?
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