Written Order to Sheriff to Adjourn; Absence of Justice

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  6. Written Order to Sheriff to Adjourn; Absence of Justice

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Section 12. In such case, any justice may by a written order require the sheriff or his deputy to adjourn the court without day or to the time expressed in the order; and the officer shall adjourn the court accordingly by public proclamation in the court house.


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