North Dakota § 9-01-16 - Enforcement of obligations - Prerequisites
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 9-01-16 — Enforcement of obligations - Prerequisites, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-01-16. Enforcement of obligations - Prerequisites
Before any party to an obligation can require another party to perform any act under it, that party shall fulfill all conditions precedent thereto imposed upon that party and must be able, and shall offer, to fulfill all conditions concurrent so imposed upon that party on the like fulfillment by the other party, but if one party to the obligation gives notice to another before the latter is in default that that party will not perform the same upon that party's part and does not retract such notice before the time at which performance upon that party's part is due, such other party is entitled to enforce the obligation without previously performing or offering to perform any conditions upon the other party's part in favor of the former party.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 9-01-16
What does North Dakota Century Code § 9-01-16 cover?
Section 9-01-16 ("Enforcement of obligations - Prerequisites") 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 § 9-01-16?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 9-01-16" (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 § 9-01-16 apply to my situation?
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