North Dakota § 53-05-02 - Carnivals - When prohibited - Exceptions
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 53-05-02 — Carnivals - When prohibited - Exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53-05-02. Carnivals - When prohibited - Exceptions
A person may not conduct any circus or carnival in any city, or within a radius of thirty miles [48.28 kilometers] of any city, within this state, at or near which any state, county, or district fair association operates an agricultural and livestock exposition or fair, within a period of thirty days next preceding the date advertised and set for such exposition or fair, nor during the time of holding the same unless: 1. The officials of such fair or exposition consent to the holding thereof; 2. Such circus or carnival is held in conjunction with such fair or exposition or some other civic-sponsored festival or outdoor event; or 3. The circus or carnival is held outside the boundaries of the county in which the fair or exposition is held. Nothing in this section exempts such circus or carnival from obtaining a proper license or permit, as provided by law, for the holding thereof.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 53-05-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 53-05-02 cover?
Section 53-05-02 ("Carnivals - When prohibited - Exceptions") 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 § 53-05-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 53-05-02" (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 § 53-05-02 apply to my situation?
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