39-3-210. Investigative powers of commissioner. (1) The commissioner or his authorized representatives are empowered to enter and inspect such places, question such employees, and investigate such facts, conditions, or matters which they may consider appropriate to determine whether any person has violated any provision of this part or any rule issued hereunder or which may aid in the enforcement of the provisions of this part.
     (2) The commissioner or his authorized representatives may administer oaths and examine witnesses under oath; issue subpoenas; compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of papers, books, accounts, records, payrolls, documents, and testimony; and take depositions and affidavits in any proceeding before the commissioner.

     History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 40, L. 1967; R.C.M. 1947, 41-1314.1; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 397, L. 1979.