North Dakota § 47-19-23 - Proof by handwriting - When received - Requirements
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§ 47-19-23. Proof by handwriting - When received - Requirements
The execution of an instrument may be established by proof of the handwriting of the party and of a subscribing witness, if there is one, in the following cases: 1. When the parties and all the subscribing witnesses are dead; 2. When the parties and all the subscribing witnesses are nonresidents of the state; 3. When the place of their residence is unknown to the party desiring the proof and cannot be ascertained by the exercise of due diligence; 4. 5. When the subscribing witness is concealed, or cannot be found by the officer by the exercise of due diligence in attempting to serve a subpoena or attachment; or In case of the continued failure or refusal of the witness to testify for the space of one hour after the witness's appearance.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 47-19-23
What does North Dakota Century Code § 47-19-23 cover?
Section 47-19-23 ("Proof by handwriting - When received - Requirements") 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 § 47-19-23?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 47-19-23" (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 § 47-19-23 apply to my situation?
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