§ 29.16-13. Investigations: Subpoenas.

 The Board shall have the power to make investigations on all matters touching the administration and fulfillment of its powers and duties. The Chairman or Acting Chairman of the Board shall have the power to administer oaths and affirmations in connection with such investigations. The Board shall have the power to issue subpoenas over the signature of a Board member to require the attendance of the witnesses and the production of records and papers pertaining to any investigation or inquiry. The fees of such witnesses for attendance and travel shall be the same as for witnesses appearing in the courts.

 All officers in public service and employees shall attend and testify when required to do so by the Board.

 If any person shall refuse or neglect to obey any subpoena issued by the Board, that person shall upon conviction thereof and a summary proceeding, be sentenced to pay a fine not to exceed $100.00 and in default of the payment of such fine and cost shall be imprisoned not to exceed thirty (30) days.

 If any person shall refuse or neglect to obey any subpoena issued by the Board, the Board may apply by petition to the appropriate court for its subpoena requiring the attendance of such persons before the Board or the court.