N.D. Cent. Code § 28-01.2-01
28-01.2-01. Definition of terms
28-01.2-01. Definition of terms
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. "Claim" means a right of action that may be asserted in a civil action or proceeding
and includes a right of action created by statute.
2. "State" means a state, territory, or possession of the United States, the District of
Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, a foreign country, or a political
subdivision of any of them.