A person may file an initial financing statement or a continuation statement under this part if: 1. The secured party of record authorizes the filing; and 2. The filing is necessary under this part: a. To continue the effectiveness of a financing statement filed before July 1, 2001; or b. To perfect or continue the perfection of a security interest.
(9-708) Persons entitled to file initial financing statement or continuation statement
N.D.C.C. § 41-09-130, under Secured Transactions.
N.D.C.C. § 41-09-130