North Dakota § 21-10-07 - Legal investments
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 21-10-07 — Legal investments, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-10-07. Legal investments
The state investment board shall apply the prudent investor rule in investing for funds under its supervision. The "prudent investor rule" means that in making investments the fiduciaries shall exercise the judgment and care, under the circumstances then prevailing, that an institutional investor of ordinary prudence, discretion, and intelligence exercises in the management of large investments entrusted to it, not in regard to speculation but in regard to the permanent disposition of funds, considering probable safety of capital as well as probable income. The retirement funds belonging to the teachers' fund for retirement and the public employees retirement system must be invested exclusively for the benefit of their members and in accordance with the respective funds' investment goals and objectives.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 21-10-07
What does North Dakota Century Code § 21-10-07 cover?
Section 21-10-07 ("Legal investments") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Dakota § 21-10-07?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 21-10-07" (North Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Dakota attorney.
How does North Dakota § 21-10-07 apply to my situation?
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