North Dakota § 1-08-02 - Authority for devises, bequests, legacies, and gifts to state institutions
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 1-08-02 — Authority for devises, bequests, legacies, and gifts to state institutions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-08-02. Authority for devises, bequests, legacies, and gifts to state institutions
Devises, legacies, bequests, and gifts may be made lawfully to any state educational, charitable, or penal institution, and the title to any property, real, personal, or mixed which shall be devised, bequeathed, or given to any such institution, or to the state of North Dakota for the use and benefit thereof, shall vest in the state of North Dakota, to be held by it in trust for the benefit and use of the institution to which or for whose benefit such devise, legacy, bequest, or gift is made. Unless otherwise authorized by the will or other instrument providing for such devise, bequest, legacy, or gift, no part of said property, nor the income therefrom, may be diverted or used for any other purpose.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 1-08-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 1-08-02 cover?
Section 1-08-02 ("Authority for devises, bequests, legacies, and gifts to state institutions") 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 § 1-08-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 1-08-02" (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 § 1-08-02 apply to my situation?
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