North Dakota § 24-12-02 - Obstructing highways
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 24-12-02 — Obstructing highways, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-12-02. Obstructing highways
No person may: 1. Obstruct any public highway in any manner with intent to prevent the free use thereof by the public; 2. Willfully and knowingly obstruct or plow up, or cause to be obstructed or plowed up, any public highway or right of way, except by order of the officials having jurisdiction over such highway for the purpose of working or improving the same; 3. Build or place a barbed wire fence across any well-traveled trail which has been the usual and common route of travel for not less than one year without placing on the outside of the top tier of barbed wire on said fence a board, pole, or other suitable protection, to be at least sixteen feet [4.88 meters] in length; or 4. Plow up a section line in a manner so as to obstruct usual travel on the section line.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 24-12-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 24-12-02 cover?
Section 24-12-02 ("Obstructing highways") 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 § 24-12-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 24-12-02" (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 § 24-12-02 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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