North Dakota § 32-03-41 - Immunity for mitigating hazardous materials discharge - Exceptions
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 32-03-41 — Immunity for mitigating hazardous materials discharge - Exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-03-41. Immunity for mitigating hazardous materials discharge - Exceptions
A person who assists or advises in mitigating or attempting to mitigate the effects of an actual or threatened discharge, leakage, seepage, or other release of materials or substances designated or defined as hazardous by any state or federal law or the rules and regulations of any state or federal entity, or in preventing, cleaning up, or disposing of or in attempting to prevent, clean up, or dispose of any such discharge, leakage, seepage, or other release is not subject to any civil liability or penalty. This section does not apply to damages caused by that person's gross negligence or reckless, wanton, or intentional misconduct, nor does this section apply to any person whose act or omission caused the actual or threatened discharge, leakage, seepage, or other release and who would otherwise be liable therefor, or to any person who receives compensation other than reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses for services in rendering such assistance or advice.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 32-03-41
What does North Dakota Century Code § 32-03-41 cover?
Section 32-03-41 ("Immunity for mitigating hazardous materials discharge - Exceptions") 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 § 32-03-41?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 32-03-41 apply to my situation?
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