North Dakota Code § 59-11-05

(305) Appointment of representative
Open in Lexace · Ask the AI about this section
1. If the court determines that an interest is not represented under this chapter, or that 
the otherwise available representation might be inadequate, the court may appoint a 
representative to receive notice, give consent, and otherwise represent, bind, and act 
on behalf of a minor, incapacitated or unborn individual, or a person whose identity or 
location is unknown and not reasonably ascertainable. A representative may be 
appointed to represent several persons or interests.
2. A representative may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect to any 
matter arising under chapters 59 -09, 59-10, 59-11, 59-12, 59-13, 59-14, 59-15, 59-16, 
59-17, 59-18, and 59 -19, whether or not a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is 
pending.
3. In making decisions, a representative may consider general benefit accruing to the 
living members of the individual's family.

‹ Prev All North Dakota sections Next ›


Lexace provides legal information, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is created. Statute text is provided for general information and may not reflect the most recent amendments; verify against the official state code.