§ 40-196.8. Oaths - Depositions - Subpoena powers.

The authorized representative of the Commissioner may administer oaths, take or cause to be taken the depositions of witnesses and require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of all books, records, and other evidence relative to any matter under investigation or hearing.  The subpoena shall be signed and issued by the Commissioner's authorized representative.  In case of failure of any person to comply with any subpoena lawfully issued under this section, or on the refusal of any witness to produce evidence or to testify to any matter regarding which he may be lawfully interrogated, it shall be the duty of any district court, or the judge thereof, upon application of the Commissioner's authorized representative, to compel obedience by proceedings for contempt, as in the case of disobedience of the requirements of a subpoena issued by such court or refusal to testify therein.  The authorized representative of the Commissioner shall have the power to certify the official acts.

Laws 1965, c. 334, § 8, emerg. eff. June 28, 1965.