An obligation arises from:

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 9-01-05

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.

1.    The contract of the parties; or

2.    The operation of law.

An obligation arising from operation of law may be enforced in the manner provided by law or by civil action or proceeding.