§ 14-49-209 — Investigative powers

(a) In any investigation conducted by the commission provided for in this chapter, the commission shall have the power of subpoena, to require the attendance of any witness and the production of any papers or records pertinent to the investigation, and the power to administer oaths to the witnesses. (b) To punish for contempt the nonattendance of witnesses, or the failure to produce books or papers, or misbehavior of any person during the investigation, the commission may impose a fine not to exceed fifty dollars ($50.00) for each offense.

Legislative History

Acts 1937, No. 322, § 10; A.S.A. 1947, § 19-1310.