23-45. Jail bounds.
Any imprisoned debtor may take the benefit of the prison bounds by giving security, as required by law, except as follows:
(1) A debtor against whom an issue of fraud is found.
(2) Any debtor who, for other cause, is adjudged to be imprisoned until he makes a full and fair disclosure or account of his property. (1818, c. 964, P.R.; R.C., c. 59, s. 27; 1868-9, c. 162, s. 25; Code, s. 2966; Rev., s. 1942; C.S., s. 1653.)
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.