North Dakota § 41-09-72 - (9-501) Filing office
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 41-09-72 — (9-501) Filing office, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41-09-72. (9-501) Filing office
1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, if the local law of this state governs perfection of a security interest or agricultural lien, the office in which to file a financing statement to perfect the security interest or agricultural lien is: a. The office designated for the filing or recording of a record of a mortgage on the related real property, if: (1) The collateral is as-extracted collateral or timber to be cut; or (2) The financing statement is filed as a fixture filing and the collateral is goods that are or are to become fixtures; or b. The office of the recorder in any county in this state or in the office of the secretary of state, in all other cases, including a case in which the collateral is goods that are or are to become fixtures and the financing statement is not filed as a fixture filing. 2. The office in which to file a financing statement to perfect a security interest in collateral, including fixtures, of a transmitting utility is the office of the secretary of state. The financing statement also constitutes a fixture filing as to the collateral indicated in the financing statement which is or is to become fixtures. 3. The secretary of state shall provide an electronic means for filing any record required or permitted to be filed by this title. This may include use of business-to-business methods using a common data format and must include a web-based application. Any record that is not filed electronically must be rejected.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 41-09-72
What does North Dakota Century Code § 41-09-72 cover?
Section 41-09-72 ("(9-501) Filing office") 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 § 41-09-72?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 41-09-72" (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 § 41-09-72 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in North Dakota.