N.D. Cent. Code § 26.1-12-04: Articles of incorporation - Filing - Issuance of certificate

The articles of incorporation or amendments thereto of a mutual insurance company organized under this chapter must be submitted to the commissioner. If the commissioner determines the articles or amendments comply with this chapter, the commissioner shall approve the same. The articles or amendments must be filed in the office of the secretary of state and a certified copy must be filed with the commissioner. The commissioner shall deliver a certificate to the company indicating that it has complied with this chapter.