North Dakota Administrative Code Title 2 - Abstracters' Board of Examiners
Here’s a detailed overview of North Dakota Administrative Code (NDAC) – Title 2: Abstracters’ Board of Examiners:
🏛️ Title 2: Abstracters’ Board of Examiners – Structure
Title 2 governs licensure, standards, and practices for abstracters of real estate titles in North Dakota. It is structured as follows:
Article 2‑01 – General Administration (Chapter 2‑01‑01)
Article 2‑02 – Continuing Education (Chapter 2‑02‑01 and possibly beyond)
Article 2‑03 – Practice Standards (Chapters 2‑03‑01 to 2‑03‑03
📌 Key Provisions: Article 2‑01 – General Administration (Ch. 2‑01‑01)
Board Organization (NDAC 2‑01‑01‑01)
The Governor appoints a three-member board; one must be a licensed abstracter.
Terms are 6 years, with expirations staggered—one term ends March 31 of each odd-numbered year.
The board elects a president (from members) and a secretary‑treasurer (must be a practicing abstracter) after each March term expiry.
Secretary‑treasurer handles records and corresponds with inquiries
📚 North Dakota Century Code (Statutory Basis)
The statutory framework in NDCC Chapter 43‑01 includes:
Section 43‑01‑02: Appointment and term specifics of board members.
43‑01‑03: Election of board officers and authority to administer oaths.
43‑01‑04: Member compensation, expense reimbursement, and fund management.
43‑01‑05: Board’s rulemaking power and seal authority.
43‑01‑07: Financial disbursement rules.
43‑01‑09: Licensing requirements: bond or liability insurance with minimum limits, seal filing, and policy cancellation protocols.
✅ Practice Standards (Article 2‑03)
One example provision is NDAC § 2‑03‑02‑04 – Ethics:
Abstracters must act with integrity—communicate promptly, avoid deceptive acts, and not interfere in clients’ transactions (e.g., title insurance conflicts).
🧭 Summary
Title 2 comprehensively regulates the licensure, education, conduct, and operational standards for North Dakota abstracters.
The Governor‑appointed 3‑member board oversees examinations, licensing, bonds, continuing education, ethics, and enforcement.
Professional and ethical standards ensure abstracters serve clients promptly, fairly, and transparently.
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