North Dakota § 43-23-05 - Real estate license required
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 43-23-05 — Real estate license required, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43-23-05. Real estate license required
A person may not act as a real estate broker or real estate salesperson, or advertise or assume to act as a real estate broker or real estate salesperson, without a license issued by the real estate commission. A person is not entitled to collect any fees, compensation, or commission as a real estate broker or real estate salesperson without having first complied with the provisions of this chapter. A copartnership, association, corporation, or limited liability company may not be granted a license, unless at least one partner, shareholder, member, manager, or officer of the copartnership, association, corporation, or limited liability company, actually engaged as a real estate broker, holds a license as a real estate broker, and unless every employee who acts as a real estate salesperson for the copartnership, association, corporation, or limited liability company holds a license as a real estate salesperson.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 43-23-05
What does North Dakota Century Code § 43-23-05 cover?
Section 43-23-05 ("Real estate license required") 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 § 43-23-05?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 43-23-05" (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 § 43-23-05 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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