# N.D.R.Civ.P. 1 (version effective 3/1/1996 to 3/1/2011): Rule 1. SCOPE OF RULES

> North Dakota · Court rules · Superseded

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_ND_NDRCIVP_R1_V19960301_20110301

## Section

- **Citation:** N.D.R.Civ.P. 1 (version effective 3/1/1996 to 3/1/2011)
- **Heading:** Rule 1. SCOPE OF RULES
- **Jurisdiction:** North Dakota
- **Kind:** Court rules
- **Status:** Superseded
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** North Dakota Court Rules / North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure / N.D.R.Civ.P. 1 (version effective 3/1/1996 to 3/1/2011)

## Text

These rules govern the procedure in the district courts in all suits of a civil nature whether cognizable as cases at law or in equity, with the exceptions stated in Rule 81. They shall be construed and administered to secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action.

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