§ 32-20-05 — What judgment must state

In an action for the foreclosure of a lien on personal property, judgment in favor of the
plaintiff must specify the amount due on the lien and must direct a sale of the property to satisfy
the same and the costs, by a person appointed thereby, or by an officer designated therein, in
the manner provided for the sale of personal property under execution, and the application by
the person or officer of the proceeds of the sale, less the person's or officer's fees and
expenses, to the payment of the judgment and costs. It also may provide for the payment of the
surplus to the owner of the chattel and for the safekeeping of the surplus, if necessary, until it is
claimed by the owner. If the defendant upon whom the summons is served personally is liable
for the amount of the lien, or for any part thereof, judgment may be entered against the
defendant accordingly. A judgment for either the defendant or plaintiff must specify any amounts
awarded pursuant to section 32-20-04.2.