82-1-201. Release of record upon forfeiture, cancellation, or expiration of lease — penalty. (1) When an executed and recorded oil, gas, or other mineral lease is forfeited, canceled, or expires, it is the duty of the lessee, the lessee’s successor, or assigns, within 60 days from the date of the forfeiture, cancellation, or expiration of the […]
82-1-202. Action to compel release — procedure without court action. (1) If the lessee or assignee of a lease neglects or refuses to execute a release as provided by this part, the owner of the leased premises may sue in any court of competent jurisdiction to obtain the release, and in that action the owner may […]
82-1-203. Demand for release prior to action. At least 20 days before bringing the action provided for in this part, the owner of the leased land, either personally or by the owner’s agent or attorney, shall demand of the holder of the lease, if the demand by ordinary diligence can be made in this state, that […]
82-1-204. Joinder of plaintiffs in actions concerning oil and gas leases. (1) In an action for the cancellation of an oil and/or gas lease or leases or quieting title against the claims thereunder, two or more plaintiffs may join in a single action against a common lessee and any one claiming by, through, or under such […]
