When the defendant is holding an office to which another is claiming the right, the information should set forth the name of such claimant, and the trial must, if practicable, determine the rights of the contesting parties.

Source

  • R.S.1867, Code § 710, p. 518;
  • R.S.1913, § 8334;
  • C.S.1922, § 9286;
  • C.S.1929, § 20-21,118;
  • R.S.1943, § 25-21,127.

Terms Used In Nebraska Statutes 25-21,127

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.