North Dakota Code § 10-33-123

Powers of attorney general
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1. When it appears to the attorney general it is in the public interest that an investigation 
should be made to ascertain whether a proceeding by the attorney general, as 
provided in this chapter, should be commenced, the attorney general may:
a. Examine under oath any person in connection with the affairs of the corporation.
b. Examine any record, book, account, or paper as the attorney general determines 
necessary.
c. Pursuant to an order of the district court, impound any record, book, account, or 
paper, and retain it in the attorney general's possession until the completion of all 
proceedings undertaken under this chapter.
2. To accomplish the objectives and to carry out the duties provided by this chapter, the 
attorney general may issue subpoenas to any person.
3. If any person fails or refuses to file any statement or report, or obey any subpoena, the 
attorney general may apply to the district court for an order enforcing the subpoena or 
other investigation demand. Failure to comply with the order of the district court is 
contempt of court.

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