North Dakota § 11-09-47 - Interest in contracts by officers and employees prohibited
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 11-09-47 — Interest in contracts by officers and employees prohibited, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-09-47. Interest in contracts by officers and employees prohibited
No member of the board of county commissioners or other officer or employee of a county which has adopted any form of county managership, and no person receiving a salary or compensation from funds appropriated by the county, shall be interested, directly or indirectly, in any contract to which the county is a party, either as principal, surety, or otherwise. No such officer or employee or an officer's or employee's partner, agent, servant, employee, or the firm of which the officer or employee is a member, shall purchase from or sell to the county any real or personal property, nor shall an officer or employee be interested, directly or indirectly, in any work or service to be performed for the county or in its behalf. Any contract made in violation of the provisions of this section shall be void.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 11-09-47
What does North Dakota Century Code § 11-09-47 cover?
Section 11-09-47 ("Interest in contracts by officers and employees prohibited") 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 § 11-09-47?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 11-09-47" (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 § 11-09-47 apply to my situation?
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