North Dakota § 40-13-03 - Oaths of municipal officers
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 40-13-03 — Oaths of municipal officers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-13-03. Oaths of municipal officers
Every person elected or appointed to any municipal office, before the person enters upon the discharge of the duties thereof, shall take and subscribe the oath of office prescribed for civil officers, and, except in the case of the auditor, shall file the same with the city auditor within ten days after notice of the election or appointment has been given. The oath of the city auditor shall be filed in the office of the auditor of the county in which the municipality is located. Refusal to take the oath of office, as required by this section, shall also be deemed a refusal to serve and, therefore, a failure to qualify for the office pursuant to section 44-02-01.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 40-13-03
What does North Dakota Century Code § 40-13-03 cover?
Section 40-13-03 ("Oaths of municipal officers") 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 § 40-13-03?
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