North Dakota § 1-08-04 - Authorizing state and counties, cities, and other municipalities to accept
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 1-08-04 — Authorizing state and counties, cities, and other municipalities to accept, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-08-04. Authorizing state and counties, cities, and other municipalities to accept
devises, bequests, legacies, and gifts. Devises, legacies, bequests, and gifts may be lawfully made to the state or any county, township, city, school district, or park district of the state of North Dakota. The title to any property that is devised, bequeathed, or given to the state, or to any such county, township, city, school district, or park district, for the use and benefit thereof, vests in the state or such county, township, city, school district, or park district, to be by it held in trust under the terms and conditions provided for in the devise, legacy, bequest, or gift. Unless otherwise authorized by the will or other instrument providing for the devise, legacy, bequest, or gift, no part of the property, nor of the income therefrom, may be diverted or used for any other purpose. The officers charged with the management of the fiscal affairs of the state may only accept and receive a devise, legacy, bequest, or gift that is consistent with the statutory responsibilities of the specific officer involved. The officers charged with the fiscal management of any county, township, city, school district, or park district may accept and receive any such devise, legacy, bequest, or gift. The officer who accepts and receives the devise, legacy, bequest, or gift shall administer the same for and on behalf of the state, or any such county, township, city, school district, or park district.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 1-08-04
What does North Dakota Century Code § 1-08-04 cover?
Section 1-08-04 ("Authorizing state and counties, cities, and other municipalities to accept") 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 § 1-08-04?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 1-08-04" (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 § 1-08-04 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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