Laws of North Carolina (Last Updated: May 12, 2015) |
Chapter6. Liability for Court Costs. |
Article6. Liability of Defendant in Criminal Actions |
§6-48. Arrest for nonpayment of fine and costs
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In default of payment of such fine and costs, it is the duty of the court at any subsequent term thereof, on motion of the solicitor of the State, to order a capias to issue to the end that such defendant may be again arrested and held for the fine and costs until discharged according to law.
(1879, c. 264; Code, s. 750; 1885, c. 364; Rev., s. 1294; C.S., s. 1270; 1971, c. 269, s. 10.)