As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 28-01.2-01

  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
  • United States: includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49

1.    “Claim” means a right of action that may be asserted in a civil action or proceeding and includes a right of action created by statute.

2.    “State” means a state, territory, or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, a foreign country, or a political subdivision of any of them.