If a person in any state, which by its laws has made provision for commanding persons within its borders to attend and testify in criminal prosecutions in this state, is a material witness in a prosecution pending in a court of record in this state, a judge of such court may issue a certificate under the seal of the court stating these facts and specifying the number of days the witness will be required. This certificate shall be presented to a judge of a court of record in the county in which the witness is found.
31-03-29. Mileage and fees of witness from another state - Length of time to remain in state. If the witness from another state is summoned to attend and testify in a criminal prosecution in this state, the witness is entitled to the fees and expenses provided to witnesses under section 31-01-16. A witness who has appeared in accordance with the provisions of the summons shall not be required to remain within this state for a longer period of time than the period mentioned in the certificate.