Deceit - Definition
N.D. Cent. Code § 9-10-02
in effect9-10-02. Deceit - Definition
A deceit within the meaning of section 9-10-03 is:
1. The suggestion as a fact of that which is not true by one who does not believe it to be
true;
2. The assertion as a fact of that which is not true by one who has no reasonable ground
for believing it to be true;
3. The suppression of a fact by one who is bound to disclose it, or who gives information
of other facts which are likely to mislead for want of communication of that fact; or
4. A promise made without any intention of performing.
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