North Dakota § 39-10-51.1 - Parking violations - Lessor responsibility
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 39-10-51.1 — Parking violations - Lessor responsibility, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-10-51.1. Parking violations - Lessor responsibility
The registered owner of a motor vehicle stopped, stood, or parked in violation of this chapter or section 39-01-15 or an equivalent ordinance is not responsible for the violation if the owner furnishes an affidavit indicating that the vehicle was at the time of the violation in the care, custody, or control of another person pursuant to a lease or rental agreement. The affidavit must contain the name, address, and operator's license number of the person to whom the vehicle was leased or rented at the time of the violation and must be submitted to the appropriate clerk of court within thirty days of notification to the owner of the violation. The owner is responsible for the violation and the payment of any fees or fines if the affidavit is not submitted within the thirty-day period.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 39-10-51.1
What does North Dakota Century Code § 39-10-51.1 cover?
Section 39-10-51.1 ("Parking violations - Lessor responsibility") 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 § 39-10-51.1?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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