Leased land to state or political subdivisions
N.D. Cent. Code § 53-08-04
in effect53-08-04. Leased land to state or political subdivisions
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, an owner of land leased to the state or its political
subdivisions for recreational purposes owes no duty of care to keep that land safe for entry or
use by others or to give warning to persons entering or going upon such land of any hazardous
conditions, uses, structures, or activities thereon. An owner who leases land to the state or its
political subdivisions for recreational purposes does not by giving such lease:
1. Extend any assurance to any person using the land that the premises are safe for any
purpose;
2. Confer upon such persons the legal status of an invitee or licensee to whom a duty of
care is owed; or
3. Assume responsibility for or incur liability for any injury to person or property caused
by an act or omission of a person who enters upon the leased land.
The provisions of this section apply whether the person entering upon the leased land is an
invitee, licensee, trespasser, or otherwise.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t53c08.pdf#nameddest=53-08-04Fetched: 10/16/2026