North Dakota § 53-03-02 - Carnivals - When permitted - Prohibitions
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 53-03-02 — Carnivals - When permitted - Prohibitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53-03-02. Carnivals - When permitted - Prohibitions
No person may set up, run, operate, or conduct within this state any itinerant carnival except within the limits of an incorporated municipality, or within the limits or upon the grounds of a state or county fair association, and then only when such person shall have procured and shall have in the person's possession a written contract and permit from the governing body of the municipality or the fair board of the fair association where such carnival is set up and operated, setting forth the conditions under which such carnival must be operated.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 53-03-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 53-03-02 cover?
Section 53-03-02 ("Carnivals - When permitted - Prohibitions") 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 § 53-03-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 53-03-02" (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 § 53-03-02 apply to my situation?
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