N.D. Cent. Code § 38-12-03
Current through the 2023 Legislative Sessions
It is unlawful to commence operations for the exploration, development, or production of subsurface minerals without first obtaining a permit from the director of mineral resources, under such rules and regulations as may be prescribed by the commission and paying to the commission a fee for each such permit in an amount to be prescribed by the commission.
N.D.C.C. § 38-12-03