North Dakota § 14-07-13 - Contracts made under power given by court binding on both parties
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 14-07-13 — Contracts made under power given by court binding on both parties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-07-13. Contracts made under power given by court binding on both parties
All contracts, sales, or encumbrances made either by the husband or the wife by virtue of the power contemplated and granted by order of the court as provided in section 14-07-12 are binding on both, and during such absence or imprisonment, the person acting under such power may sue and be sued thereon. For all acts done, the property of both parties is liable, and execution may be levied or attachment issued thereon according to statute. No suit or proceedings may abate or in anywise be affected by the return or release of the person confined, but that person may be permitted to prosecute or defend jointly with the other.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 14-07-13
What does North Dakota Century Code § 14-07-13 cover?
Section 14-07-13 ("Contracts made under power given by court binding on both parties") 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 § 14-07-13?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 14-07-13 apply to my situation?
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