The petition and thereafter the complaint must state the charges against the accused, and, unless filed by the state's attorney or attorney general, must be verified and may be amended as in ordinary actions. If such amendment of the complaint or charges includes any new or additional charge, then the accused must be allowed a reasonable time to prepare a defense.
N.D. Cent. Code § 44-11-03
Petition and complaint - Requisites
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