An affidavit may be used:

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 31-04-05

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Process: means a writ or summons issued in the course of judicial proceedings. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.

1.    To verify a pleading.

2.    To prove the service of a summons, notice, or other process in an action.

3.    To obtain a provisional remedy.

4.    To obtain an examination of a witness.

5.    To obtain a stay of proceedings.

6.    Upon a motion.

7.    In any other case permitted by law.