North Dakota § 47-19-47 - Registration of farm names authorized - Certificate
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 47-19-47 — Registration of farm names authorized - Certificate, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47-19-47. Registration of farm names authorized - Certificate
Any owner of a farm in the state may have the name of the person's farm, together with a description of the person's land to which said name applies, recorded in a register kept for that purpose in the office of the recorder of the county in which said farm is located. The recorder shall furnish to such landowner a certificate setting forth the name and the description of said land. When any name shall have been recorded as the name of any farm in such county, the name shall not be recorded as the name of any other farm in the same county.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 47-19-47
What does North Dakota Century Code § 47-19-47 cover?
Section 47-19-47 ("Registration of farm names authorized - Certificate") 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 § 47-19-47?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 47-19-47" (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 § 47-19-47 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.