2009 North Carolina Code
Chapter 7A - Judicial Department.
§ 7A-315. Liability of State for witness fees in criminal cases when defendant not liable.
§ 7A‑315. Liability of State for witness fees in criminal cases when defendant not liable.
In a criminal action, if no prosecuting witness is designated by the court as liable for the costs, and the defendant is acquitted, or convicted and unable to pay, or a nolle prosequi is entered, or judgment is arrested, or probable cause is not found, or the grand jury fails to return a true bill, the State shall be liable for the witness fees allowed per G.S. 7A‑314 and any expenses for blood tests and comparisons incurred per G.S. 8‑50.1(a). (1965, c. 310, s. 1; 1979, c. 576, s. 4.)
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