North Dakota § 47-26-07 - Fence viewers may order partition fence maintained

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§ 47-26-07. Fence viewers may order partition fence maintained

If any party neglects to repair or rebuild any partition fence which it is that party's duty to maintain, the aggrieved party may complain to the proper fence viewers, or a majority of them, who, after due notice to each party, shall proceed to examine the fence. If they determine that the fence is insufficient, they shall signify the determination in writing to the delinquent party, and direct that party to repair or rebuild the fence within such time as they deemed reasonable. If the fence is not repaired or rebuilt accordingly, the complainant may repair or rebuild the same.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 47-26-07

What does North Dakota Century Code § 47-26-07 cover?

Section 47-26-07 ("Fence viewers may order partition fence maintained") 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.

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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?

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