29-202. Penalty for neglect of duty. Any fence viewer who shall, when requested, unreasonably neglect to view any fence or to perform any duty required of him in this act, shall forfeit and pay the sum of ten dollars, and shall also be liable to the party injured for all damages consequent upon such neglect.

History: G.S. 1868, ch. 40, § 6; October 31; R.S. 1923, 29-202.