North Dakota § 32-27-02 - How proceeding instituted - Contents of petition
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§ 32-27-02. How proceeding instituted - Contents of petition
Such proceeding shall be instituted by the filing of a petition with the clerk of the district court of the county in which the petitioner resides, setting forth: 1. That the petitioner is a resident of and resides within the state of North Dakota. 2. That the petitioner is a citizen of the United States of America. 3. The place and date of birth of the petitioner. 4. If the petitioner was born within the United States of America, whether or not the petitioner's parents were transient aliens or alien public ministers or consuls. 5. If the petitioner was born without the boundaries of the territorial United States of America, facts sufficient to show that the petitioner is a citizen of the United States of America, and the basis upon which citizenship rests.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 32-27-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 32-27-02 cover?
Section 32-27-02 ("How proceeding instituted - Contents of petition") 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 § 32-27-02?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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