A brand recorded in accordance with this chapter and properly located on livestock is prima facie evidence that the animal bearing the brand is the property of the brand's owner, unless covered by a bill of sale as provided by section 4.1-73-18.
N.D. Cent. Code § 4.1-73-29
Effect of recorded brand - Bill of sale to be given and kept
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