North Dakota § 24-06-05 - Overseer responsible for machinery

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 24-06-05 — Overseer responsible for machinery, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 24-06-05. Overseer responsible for machinery

Each overseer of highways is responsible personally for the proper use and care of all implements while in the overseer's charge, or in use in the overseer's district, and any overseer of highways, or other person who, through negligence or willfully injures or damages such implements or permits them to be injured, is liable for such damage to the township, in an action to be brought by the chairman of the board of township supervisors in the township or any adjoining township.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 24-06-05

What does North Dakota Century Code § 24-06-05 cover?

Section 24-06-05 ("Overseer responsible for machinery") 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 § 24-06-05?

A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 24-06-05" (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 § 24-06-05 apply to my situation?

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