North Dakota § 53-11-05 - Penalty - Remedies
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 53-11-05 — Penalty - Remedies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53-11-05. Penalty - Remedies
1. A violation of this chapter is an unlawful practice in violation of section 51-15-02 and is subject to applicable provisions of chapter 51-15. 2. A person who intentionally violates this chapter is guilty of a class C felony. It is evidence of intent if the violation occurs after the attorney general has notified a person by certified mail that the person is in violation of this section. 3. A person suffering pecuniary loss because of an intentional violation of this chapter may bring an action in district court to recover costs, reasonable attorney's fees, and the greater of five hundred dollars or twice the amount of the pecuniary loss. 4. This chapter provides relief in addition to the remedies or penalties provided under other law.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 53-11-05
What does North Dakota Century Code § 53-11-05 cover?
Section 53-11-05 ("Penalty - Remedies") 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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