The person to whom the writ is directed, if it is served, must bring the party in custody or under restraint, according to the command of the writ, except in cases specified in section 32-22-13.

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 32-22-12

  • Person: means an individual, organization, government, political subdivision, or government agency or instrumentality. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
  • Writ: means an order or precept in writing, issued in the name of the state or of a court or judicial officer. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
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