North Dakota § 24-09-05 - Stop signs may be required
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 24-09-05 — Stop signs may be required, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-09-05. Stop signs may be required
At each grade crossing where, because of the dangers attendant upon its use, the reasonable protection to life and property makes it necessary for all persons approaching the same to stop before crossing the railroad tracks thereat, stop signs shall be installed. The department, after performing an engineering study of the crossing, may designate any crossing requiring such additional protection as a stop crossing and shall notify the road authority with jurisdiction over the roadway of such designation and of the location where the stop sign is to be installed. Within thirty days after such notification, the road authority shall erect uniform stop signs on separate posts at the designated location on each side of said crossing.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 24-09-05
What does North Dakota Century Code § 24-09-05 cover?
Section 24-09-05 ("Stop signs may be required") 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 § 24-09-05?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 24-09-05" (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 § 24-09-05 apply to my situation?
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