North Dakota § 32-15-18 - What complaint must contain
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 32-15-18 — What complaint must contain, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-15-18. What complaint must contain
The complaint must contain: 1. The name of the corporation, association, commission, or person in charge of the public use for which the property is sought, who must be styled plaintiff. 2. The names of all owners and claimants of the property, if known, or a statement that they are unknown, who must be styled defendants. 3. A statement of the right of the plaintiff. 4. If a right of way is sought, the complaint must show the location, general route, and termini, and must be accompanied with a map thereof so far as the same is involved in the action or proceeding. 5. A description of each piece of land sought to be taken and whether the same includes the whole or only a part of an entire parcel or tract.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 32-15-18
What does North Dakota Century Code § 32-15-18 cover?
Section 32-15-18 ("What complaint must contain") 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 § 32-15-18?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 32-15-18" (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?
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