At the time and place specified in the notice, such person shall be taken before such judge, who shall examine the person under oath concerning the person’s estate and property and effects, and the disposal thereof, and the person’s ability to pay the judgment for which the person is committed, and such judge shall also hear any other legal and pertinent evidence that may be produced by the debtor or creditors.
[1911 CPA § 175; RL § 5117; NCL § 8673]