North Dakota § 51-10-05.1 - Powers of attorney general
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 51-10-05.1 — Powers of attorney general, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51-10-05.1. Powers of attorney general
When it appears to the attorney general that a person has engaged in, or is engaging in, any practice declared to be unlawful by this chapter or when the attorney general believes it to be in the public interest that an investigation should be made to ascertain whether a person in fact has engaged in, is engaging in, or is about to engage in, any such practice the attorney general may: 1. Require that person to file on forms prescribed by the attorney general, a statement or report in writing, under oath or otherwise, as to all the facts and circumstances concerning the sale or advertisement of merchandise at less than cost as defined in this chapter and any other data and information the attorney general may deem necessary. 2. Examine under oath any person in connection with the sale or advertisement of any merchandise at less than cost as defined in this chapter. 3. Examine any merchandise or sample of merchandise, record, book, document, account, or paper as the attorney general may deem necessary. 4. Pursuant to an order of a district court impound any record, book, document, account, paper, or sample of merchandise material to such practice and retain it until completion of all relevant proceedings under this chapter.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 51-10-05.1
What does North Dakota Century Code § 51-10-05.1 cover?
Section 51-10-05.1 ("Powers of attorney general") 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 § 51-10-05.1?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 51-10-05.1" (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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How does North Dakota § 51-10-05.1 apply to my situation?
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