North Dakota § 50-01-17 - Person required to work
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 50-01-17 — Person required to work, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50-01-17. Person required to work
If a person applying for general assistance is able to work, or if any member of that person's family is able to work, the human service zone in which the person is a resident may insist that those able to work seek employment and the human service zone director or the director's designee may refuse to furnish any assistance until it is satisfied that the person claiming assistance is endeavoring to find work. The human service zone may attempt to secure, for a person claiming general assistance, who is able to work, employment in the county where the person resides and may call upon residents of the county to aid the human service zone in finding work for that person.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 50-01-17
What does North Dakota Century Code § 50-01-17 cover?
Section 50-01-17 ("Person required to work") 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 § 50-01-17?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 50-01-17" (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 § 50-01-17 apply to my situation?
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