North Dakota § 6-01-31 - Certain accounts open for inspection
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 6-01-31 — Certain accounts open for inspection, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-01-31. Certain accounts open for inspection
Any person acquiring custody of, or receiving any funds for or on behalf of the state of North Dakota, or any of its political subdivisions, who places such funds in an account with any financial institution, banking association, or banking institution, or who commingles such funds with any private account, has waived all privilege of privacy or confidentiality on such accounts for the purposes of permitting an audit, examination, or inspection by the state auditor, commissioner of financial institutions, or the attorney general, as hereinafter provided. Upon application and a reasonable showing by either the state auditor, the commissioner of financial institutions, or the attorney general that any account, private or otherwise, in any banking association, financial institution, or banking institution, contains funds belonging to the state of North Dakota or a political subdivision, whether or not commingled with private funds, the district court may issue its order making such accounts available for examination, audit, or inspection by the state auditor, the commissioner of financial institutions, or the attorney general. No financial institution, banking association, or banking institution is subject to damages for giving information on, or making such account available for inspection, audit, or examination pursuant to this section. In addition to any other presumptions, any check, draft, or other comparable instrument is presumed to represent public funds of the state, or a political subdivision, as the case may be, if it is payable to a person identified as an official of the state or a political subdivision.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 6-01-31
What does North Dakota Century Code § 6-01-31 cover?
Section 6-01-31 ("Certain accounts open for inspection") 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 § 6-01-31?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 6-01-31" (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 § 6-01-31 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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