North Dakota § 34-02-04 - Gratuitous employee - Performance and care required

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 34-02-04 — Gratuitous employee - Performance and care required, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 34-02-04. Gratuitous employee - Performance and care required

One who undertakes to do a service for another without consideration is not bound to perform the same unless it is entrusted to the person at the person's own request, in which case the person shall perform the service fully. If the person commences performance, the person shall use at least slight care and diligence therein. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a gratuitous employee may relinquish the employment at any time.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 34-02-04

What does North Dakota Century Code § 34-02-04 cover?

Section 34-02-04 ("Gratuitous employee - Performance and care required") 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 § 34-02-04?

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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?

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