North Dakota § 51-04-02 - Application for license
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 51-04-02 — Application for license, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51-04-02. Application for license
Any transient merchant desiring to engage in, do, or transact business by auction or otherwise, in any county in this state, shall file an application for a license for that purpose with the attorney general as provided in section 51-04-07, which must be in writing and include the following: 1. Applicant's name, present residence, present home address, present business address, and current telephone numbers. 2. Applicant's residence and business address for the prior two-year period, if different from the present residence and address. 3. Type of business in which applicant has been engaged in the previous two years. 4. Proposed location of the business to be licensed. 5. Kind of business to be conducted. 6. Length of time desired or estimated for completion of sale in the state. 7. Name and address of the auctioneer, if any, who will conduct the sale. 8. An itemized list of merchandise to be offered for sale reciting as to each item a description thereof including serial number, if any, the owner's actual cost thereof, and a designation by number corresponding with a number to be affixed to each item by a tag which must be kept fastened to the item at all times until sold.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 51-04-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 51-04-02 cover?
Section 51-04-02 ("Application for license") 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 § 51-04-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 51-04-02" (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 § 51-04-02 apply to my situation?
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