North Dakota § 53-09-05 - Duties of passengers

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 53-09-05 — Duties of passengers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 53-09-05. Duties of passengers

Every passenger shall have the duty not to: 1. Board or embark upon or disembark from an aerial passenger tramway except at an area designated for such purpose. 2. Intentionally drop, throw, or expel any object from an aerial passenger tramway. 3. Do any act which interferes with the running or operation of an aerial passenger tramway. 4. Use any aerial passenger tramway unless the passenger has the ability to use it safely without any instruction on its use by the ski area operator or requests and receives instructions before entering the boarding area of the aerial passenger tramway. 5. Engage in any harmful conduct or willfully or negligently engage in any type of conduct which contributes to or causes injury to another person. 6. Embark on an aerial passenger tramway without the authority of the ski area operator. 7. Use any aerial passenger tramway without engaging such safety or restraining devices as may be provided. 8. Wear skis without properly securing ski retention straps.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 53-09-05

What does North Dakota Century Code § 53-09-05 cover?

Section 53-09-05 ("Duties of passengers") 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 § 53-09-05?

A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 53-09-05" (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 § 53-09-05 apply to my situation?

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