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An Agister's lien form is a legal document used in North Dakota to assert a lien on livestock or animals for unpaid agistment charges or services rendered by an agister.
Any person or business providing agistment services in North Dakota can file an Agister's lien form to secure their right to collect unpaid fees.
Agistment charges refer to the fees or charges incurred for the care, feeding, and maintenance of livestock or animals under the care of an agister.
By filing an Agister's lien form, the agister establishes a legal claim on the livestock or animals in their possession, enabling them to seize, sell, or retain possession until the unpaid charges are settled.
Without filing an Agister's lien form, the agister may have limited legal recourse to recover unpaid agistment charges or enforce their rights over the livestock or animals.
In North Dakota, an Agister's lien generally remains valid for a period of one year from the date the Agister's lien form is filed.
Yes, an agister retains the right to charge for ongoing agistment services while the lien is in effect, as long as the charges do not exceed the maximum amount allowed by law.
Yes, an Agister's lien can be contested or disputed if the party on whom the lien is imposed believes there are valid grounds such as incorrect charges or failure to provide the agreed services.
To file an Agister's lien form in North Dakota, it is advisable to consult with an attorney familiar with the legal requirements, complete the necessary form accurately, provide supporting documentation, and adhere to the specified filing procedures.
Yes, North Dakota has specific laws, such as Chapter 35-23 of the North Dakota Century Code, that outline the rights, obligations, and procedures related to Agister's liens.
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