North Dakota § 3-01-08 - Ratification of agency - How made - Extent

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 3-01-08 — Ratification of agency - How made - Extent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3-01-08. Ratification of agency - How made - Extent

A ratification can be made only in the manner that would have been necessary to confer an original authority for the act ratified or, when an oral authorization would suffice, by accepting or retaining the benefit of the act with notice thereof. A ratification is not valid unless at the time of ratifying the act done the principal has power to confer authority for such an act and ratification of part of an indivisible transaction is a ratification of the whole.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 3-01-08

What does North Dakota Century Code § 3-01-08 cover?

Section 3-01-08 ("Ratification of agency - How made - Extent") 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 § 3-01-08?

A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 3-01-08" (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 § 3-01-08 apply to my situation?

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