North Dakota § 32-15-28 - Public corporation bound by judgment

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 32-15-28 — Public corporation bound by judgment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 32-15-28. Public corporation bound by judgment

In the event that any property is being acquired by any public corporation through condemnation proceedings, such public corporation shall be bound by the judgment rendered therein and within six months after the entry of such a judgment shall pay into court the full amount of the judgment on account of damages. If the public corporation shall dismiss the action prior to the entry of judgment thereon, the court shall award to the defendant reasonable actual or statutory costs, or both, which shall include reasonable attorney's fees.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 32-15-28

What does North Dakota Century Code § 32-15-28 cover?

Section 32-15-28 ("Public corporation bound by judgment") 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 § 32-15-28?

A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 32-15-28" (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?

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How does North Dakota § 32-15-28 apply to my situation?

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