North Dakota § 40-04-07 - Special election called to elect city commissioners
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 40-04-07 — Special election called to elect city commissioners, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-04-07. Special election called to elect city commissioners
Within twenty days after the issuance of a patent incorporating any city under the provisions of this chapter, the executive officer of the city voting such incorporation shall call a special election for the purpose of electing the first board of city commissioners. The election shall be held as provided in section 40-21-02.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 40-04-07
What does North Dakota Century Code § 40-04-07 cover?
Section 40-04-07 ("Special election called to elect city commissioners") 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.
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