All crimes, torts, and other wrongs committed by or against an airman or passenger while in flight over this state are governed by the laws of this state, and the question whether damage occasioned by or to an aircraft while in flight over this state constitutes a tort, crime, or other wrong by or against the owner of such aircraft, must be determined by the laws of this state.

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 2-03-08

  • 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
  • Tort: A civil wrong or breach of a duty to another person, as outlined by law. A very common tort is negligent operation of a motor vehicle that results in property damage and personal injury in an automobile accident.