North Dakota § 39-10-69 - Charging violation and proving negligence in civil action
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 39-10-69 — Charging violation and proving negligence in civil action, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-10-69. Charging violation and proving negligence in civil action
1. In every charge of violation of any speed regulation, the complaint and the summons or notice to appear must specify the speed at which the defendant is alleged to have driven and also the maximum speed applicable within the district or at the location. 2. The provision in this title declaring maximum speed limitations may not be construed to relieve the plaintiff in any action from the burden of proving negligence on the part of the defendant as the proximate cause of the accident.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 39-10-69
What does North Dakota Century Code § 39-10-69 cover?
Section 39-10-69 ("Charging violation and proving negligence in civil action") 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 § 39-10-69?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 39-10-69" (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 § 39-10-69 apply to my situation?
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