North Dakota § 3-03-09 - Negligence of agent
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 3-03-09 — Negligence of agent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-03-09. Negligence of agent
Unless required by or under the authority of law to employ that particular agent, a principal is responsible to third persons for the negligence of the principal's agent in the transaction of the business of the agency, including wrongful acts committed by the agent in and as a part of the transaction of the business, and for the agent's willful omission to fulfill the obligations of the principal. The principal is not responsible for: 1. Other wrongs committed by the principal's agent unless the principal has authorized or ratified them, even though they are committed while the agent is engaged in the principal's service. 2. Injuries or death to passengers and other persons or damage to properties resulting from: a. b. Operation or use of a motor vehicle, not owned, leased, or contracted for by the principal in a ridesharing arrangement, as defined in section 8-02-07. Information, incentives, or other encouragement to agents to participate in a ridesharing arrangement, as defined in section 8-02-07.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 3-03-09
What does North Dakota Century Code § 3-03-09 cover?
Section 3-03-09 ("Negligence of agent") 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 § 3-03-09?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 3-03-09 apply to my situation?
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