Each person appointed to the office of poundmaster, before entering upon the duties of the office and within ten days after being notified of the election or appointment, shall file a notice signifying acceptance of such office in the office of the township clerk. A neglect to file such notice must be deemed a refusal to serve.
N.D. Cent. Code § 58-05-11
Poundmaster to file acceptance - Neglect deemed refusal to serve
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