North Dakota § 9-11-04 - Want of performance or offer - When excused
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 9-11-04 — Want of performance or offer - When excused, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-11-04. Want of performance or offer - When excused
The want of performance of an obligation or of an offer of performance, in whole or in part, or any delay therein, is excused by the following causes to the extent to which they operate: 1. When such performance or offer is prevented or delayed by the act of the creditor or by the operation of law, even though there may have been a stipulation that this may not be an excuse; 2. When it is prevented or delayed by an irresistible superhuman cause or by the act of public enemies of this state or of the United States, unless the parties have agreed expressly to the contrary; or 3. When the debtor is induced not to perform or offer performance by any act of the creditor at or before the time at which such performance or offer may be made and which the creditor has not rescinded before that time.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 9-11-04
What does North Dakota Century Code § 9-11-04 cover?
Section 9-11-04 ("Want of performance or offer - When excused") 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 § 9-11-04?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 9-11-04" (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 § 9-11-04 apply to my situation?
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