North Dakota § 14-20-51 - (624) Temporary order
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 14-20-51 — (624) Temporary order, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-20-51. (624) Temporary order
1. In a proceeding under sections 14-20-36 through 14-20-58, the court shall issue a temporary order for support of a child if the order is appropriate and the individual ordered to pay support is: a. A presumed father of the child; b. Petitioning to have his paternity adjudicated; c. Identified as the father through genetic testing under section 14-20-29; d. An alleged father who has declined to submit to genetic testing; e. Shown by clear and convincing evidence to be the father of the child; or f. The mother of the child. 2. A temporary order may include provisions for custody and visitation as provided by other law of this state.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 14-20-51
What does North Dakota Century Code § 14-20-51 cover?
Section 14-20-51 ("(624) Temporary order") 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 § 14-20-51?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 14-20-51" (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 § 14-20-51 apply to my situation?
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