North Dakota § 41-02-27 - (2-310) Open time for payment or running of credit - Authority to ship under
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 41-02-27 — (2-310) Open time for payment or running of credit - Authority to ship under, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41-02-27. (2-310) Open time for payment or running of credit - Authority to ship under
reservation. Unless otherwise agreed: 1. Payment is due at the time and place at which the buyer is to receive the goods even though the place of shipment is the place of delivery. 2. If the seller is authorized to send the goods, the seller may ship them under reservation, and may tender the documents of title, but the buyer may inspect the 3. 4. goods after their arrival before payment is due unless such inspection is inconsistent with the terms of the contract (section 41-02-61). If delivery is authorized and made by way of documents of title otherwise than by subsection 2, then payment is due regardless of where the goods are to be received: a. At the time and place at which the buyer is to receive delivery of the tangible documents; or b. At the time the buyer is to receive delivery of the electronic documents and at the seller's place of business or if none, the seller's residence. If the seller is required or authorized to ship the goods on credit, the credit period runs from the time of shipment but postdating the invoice or delaying its dispatch will correspondingly delay the starting of the credit period.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 41-02-27
What does North Dakota Century Code § 41-02-27 cover?
Section 41-02-27 ("(2-310) Open time for payment or running of credit - Authority to ship under") 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 § 41-02-27?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 41-02-27" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Dakota attorney.
How does North Dakota § 41-02-27 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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