North Dakota § 54-11-07 - Suspension of treasurer by governor - Appointment
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§ 54-11-07. Suspension of treasurer by governor - Appointment
When a certificate is made to the governor by the state auditor under section 54-11-06, the governor, with the state auditor and the commissioner of financial institutions, shall examine the books, papers, and all matters connected with the office of the state treasurer so suspended. If it appears to the governor, state auditor, and commissioner of financial institutions on examination that the state treasurer has embezzled or converted to the treasurer's own use the public moneys, or has been negligent in keeping the books, or in taking care of public moneys, the governor on the certificate of the state auditor and the commissioner of financial institutions to that effect may remove the state treasurer and appoint another person to fill the place of the suspended state treasurer. The person so appointed shall enter upon the office of state treasurer as provided by law. The governor shall report the removal of the state treasurer to the next succeeding legislative assembly. The state treasurer so appointed shall hold office until the suspended state treasurer is reinstated or a successor is elected and qualified.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 54-11-07
What does North Dakota Century Code § 54-11-07 cover?
Section 54-11-07 ("Suspension of treasurer by governor - Appointment") 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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