North Dakota § 23-36-09 - Owner's responsibility
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 23-36-09 — Owner's responsibility, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-36-09. Owner's responsibility
1. The owner of an animal is liable for the cost of quarantine and veterinary services, and for the cost of any postexposure treatment received by an individual who is possibly exposed to rabies by the owner's animal, if the animal is not: a. Licensed or registered as required by any state or local law or rule applicable to that species; or b. Confined or vaccinated as required by any state or local law or rule applicable to that species. 2. This section may not be construed to limit any other liability of an animal owner for injury or damage caused by the owner's animal.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 23-36-09
What does North Dakota Century Code § 23-36-09 cover?
Section 23-36-09 ("Owner's responsibility") 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 § 23-36-09?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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