If a judgment against the defendant is reversed without ordering a new trial, the supreme court, if the defendant is in custody, shall direct that the defendant be discharged therefrom, or if on bail, that the defendant’s bail be exonerated, or if money was deposited instead of bail, that it be refunded to the defendant.

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Terms Used In North Dakota Code 29-28-30

  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
  • 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.