Possession of estray - Immunity from liability
N.D. Cent. Code § 4.1-75-08
in effect4.1-75-08. Possession of estray - Immunity from liability
1. If an individual, without being negligent, takes possession of an estray and complies
with this chapter, that individual is not liable:
a. For any injury or damage caused by the estray while in the individual's
possession or in the event the estray escapes; or
b. For any economic loss incurred by:
(1) The owner of the estray, if later identified; or
(2) Any other person having a claim to the estray.
2. If an individual, without being negligent, attempts to take possession of an estray in
order to comply with this chapter, that individual is not liable:
a. For any injury or damage caused by the estray during the attempt to take
possession; or
b. For any economic loss incurred by:
(1) The owner of the estray, if later identified; or
(2) Any other person having a claim to the estray.
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