Know the Laws: North Dakota
UPDATED April 1, 2008
back to topIf I'm not eligible for a DV protection order, is there an order that may offer protection from stalking or harassment?
Yes. In ND, there is an order called a "Disorderly Conduct Order" that may offer protection to people who are not eligible to file for domestic violence protection orders.
Disorderly Conduct Orders can restrain the person who is harassing you or abusing you. However, they do not offer other kinds of relief.
To get a Disorderly Conduct Order, you have to convince a judge that the perpetrator has committed disorderly conduct, and that you need the court’s protection. In ND, "disorderly conduct" means intrusive or unwanted acts, words, or gestures that are intended to endanger your safety, security, or privacy.
You can file for a Disorderly Conduct Order in district court (Courthouse Locations & Info). The steps for obtaining a Disorderly Conduct Order are similar to those for getting a DV Protection Order (What are the steps for getting a DV Protection Order?). If you are in immediate danger, a judge can issue you a temporary Disorderly Conduct Order until you have a full hearing.
Contact the clerk of the court in your area or a local women's resource center for more information.