North Dakota § 15-08-15 - Fee title in state until contract is fulfilled - Unlawful detainer
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 15-08-15 — Fee title in state until contract is fulfilled - Unlawful detainer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-08-15. Fee title in state until contract is fulfilled - Unlawful detainer
The fee of each parcel of land sold on contract must remain in the state until a patent or deed is issued therefor as provided in this title. After a failure on the part of the purchaser, or the purchaser's heirs or assigns, to comply with the terms of the contract or with the provisions of law applicable thereto, any person being or continuing in possession of any such lands without the written permission of the commissioner must be deemed to detain the land forcibly and without right and to be a trespasser thereon.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 15-08-15
What does North Dakota Century Code § 15-08-15 cover?
Section 15-08-15 ("Fee title in state until contract is fulfilled - Unlawful detainer") 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 § 15-08-15?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 15-08-15" (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 § 15-08-15 apply to my situation?
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