Title 38 — Mining and Gas and Oil Production
35 chapters · 312 sections in this title.
N.D.C.C. § 38-15-01 Policy
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It is hereby declared to be in the public interest to foster, encourage, and promote the development, production, and utilization of all natural resources of coal, commercial leonardite, oil, gas, and subsurface minerals in a manner as will prevent waste and allow a greater ultim…
N.D.C.C. § 38-15-02 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. "Coal" means all kinds of coal, and includes what is known as lignite coal, unless a contrary intention plainly appears. 2. "Commercial leonardite" means a dark-colored, soft, earthy rock formed from the oxidation…
N.D.C.C. § 38-15-03 Jurisdiction of commission
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The commission has continuing jurisdiction and authority over all persons and property, public and private, necessary to enforce effectively the provisions of this chapter. The director of mineral resources shall act as a supervisor charged with enforcing the regulations and orde…
N.D.C.C. § 38-15-04 Procedure
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The administrative procedure involved in the adoption of any rules or regulations, or the issuance of any orders, by the commission under the provisions of this chapter must be in accordance with the provisions of chapter 38-08 governing the procedure in the administration of the…
N.D.C.C. § 38-15-05 Penalty - Injunction - Provisions applicable
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The provisions of sections 38-08-16 and 38-08-17 are applicable to the provisions of this chapter and to the rules, regulations, and orders of the commission promulgated hereunder.