North Dakota Code 51-07-04.1 – Defacing, destroying, or altering serial numbers on farm machinery – Penalty
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It is unlawful for any person to willfully:
Attorney's Note
Under the North Dakota Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 51-07-04.1
- Person: means an individual, organization, government, political subdivision, or government agency or instrumentality. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
1. a. Deface, destroy, alter, or remove the serial number on any tractor, combine, cornpicker, or any other heavy farm machinery that carries a factory serial number; or
b. Place or stamp other than the original serial number upon any tractor, combine, cornpicker, or any other heavy farm machinery that carries a factory serial number; and
2. Sell or offer for sale any such heavy farm machinery bearing an altered or defaced serial number other than the original.
Any person who violates this section is guilty of a class C felony.