North Dakota § 1-02-34 - Pendency and transfer of actions and proceedings
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 1-02-34 — Pendency and transfer of actions and proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-02-34. Pendency and transfer of actions and proceedings
If at the time this code takes effect any action or proceeding properly commenced prior thereto is pending before any court, tribunal, board, commission, or public officer, and such court, tribunal, board, commission, or public officer is without jurisdiction of such action or proceeding under the provisions of this code, such action or proceeding nevertheless must be transferred, together with all the papers relating thereto, to the court, tribunal, board, commission, or public officer having jurisdiction thereof, with the same force and effect as if originally commenced before such court, tribunal, board, commission, or public officer.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 1-02-34
What does North Dakota Century Code § 1-02-34 cover?
Section 1-02-34 ("Pendency and transfer of actions and proceedings") 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 § 1-02-34?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 1-02-34" (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 § 1-02-34 apply to my situation?
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