The killing or damaging of any livestock by a railroad car or locomotive is prima facie evidence of negligence by the railway company or corporation.

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 36-21-12

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.