North Dakota § 32-16-45 - Costs, fees, and disbursements
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 32-16-45 — Costs, fees, and disbursements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-16-45. Costs, fees, and disbursements
The costs of a partition, including reasonable counsel fees, expended by the plaintiff or any of the defendants, for the common benefit, fees of referees, and other disbursements, must be paid by the parties respectively entitled to share in the lands divided in proportion to their respective interests therein and may be included and specified in the judgment. In that case they shall be a lien on the several shares, and the judgment may be enforced by execution against such shares and against other property held by the respective parties. When, however, litigation arises between some of the parties only, the court may require the expense of such litigation to be paid by the parties thereto, or any of them.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 32-16-45
What does North Dakota Century Code § 32-16-45 cover?
Section 32-16-45 ("Costs, fees, and disbursements") 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 § 32-16-45?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 32-16-45" (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 § 32-16-45 apply to my situation?
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