North Dakota Code 12-44.1-10 – Detained witnesses and pretrial detainees
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Detained witnesses and persons held in custody awaiting arraignment or trial may not be restricted in their activities to any extent greater than required to maintain order and security and to assure appearance at arraignment or trial. Witnesses and pretrial detainees shall not be required to do labor other than keeping their living areas clean nor shall they be required to participate in correctional facility programs.
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 12-44.1-10
- Arraignment: A proceeding in which an individual who is accused of committing a crime is brought into court, told of the charges, and asked to plead guilty or not guilty.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.