North Dakota § 14-04-02 - Action to annul - Limitations of time
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 14-04-02 — Action to annul - Limitations of time, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-04-02. Action to annul - Limitations of time
An action to obtain a decree of nullity of marriage for causes mentioned in section 14-04-01 must be commenced within the periods and by the parties as follows: 1. For causes mentioned in subsection 1, by the party to the marriage who was married under the age of legal consent, within four years after arriving at the age of consent, or by the party's parents or guardian at any time before such party has arrived at the age of legal consent. 2. For causes mentioned in subsection 2, by either party during the life of the other, or by such former husband or wife. 3. For causes mentioned in subsection 3, by the party injured, or a relative or guardian of the party of unsound mind, at any time before the death of either party. 4. For causes mentioned in subsection 4, by the party injured, within four years after the discovery of the facts constituting the fraud. 5. For causes mentioned in subsections 5 and 6, by the injured party, within four years after the marriage. 6. For causes mentioned in subsection 7, by either party at any time.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 14-04-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 14-04-02 cover?
Section 14-04-02 ("Action to annul - Limitations of time") 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 § 14-04-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 14-04-02" (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?
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How does North Dakota § 14-04-02 apply to my situation?
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