23-39. Superior or district court tries issue of fraud.
In every case where an issue of fraud is made up as provided in this Chapter, the case shall be entered in the trial docket of the superior or district court, and stand for trial as other causes; and upon a finding by the jury in favor of the petitioner the judge shall discharge the debtor; if the finding is against the petitioner he shall be committed to jail until he makes full disclosure. (1868-9, c. 162, s. 8; Code, s. 2949; Rev., s. 1935; C.S., s. 1647; 1971, c. 1190, s. 5.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 23 - Debtor and Creditor
Article 5 - General Provisions under Articles 2, 3, and 4.
§ 23-39 - Superior or district court tries issue of fraud.
§ 23-40 - Insolvent released on giving bond.
§ 23-41 - Surety in bond may surrender principal.
§ 23-42 - Creditor liable for jail fees.
§ 23-43 - False swearing; penalty.