Bill > HB1225

This bill amends two sections of North Dakota's criminal code, modifying provisions related to reckless endangerment and habitual offenders. Specifically, the bill changes the language from "person" and "he" to "individual" in the reckless endangerment statute, and increases the severity of the offense to a class B felony if the individual uses a firearm, while maintaining the class C felony classification for circumstances showing extreme indifference to human life. In the habitual offender section, the bill removes the specific reference to "class C or above" felonies when determining prior convictions, instead broadening the criteria for identifying habitual offenders. The bill allows courts to impose extended sentences for dangerous special offenders or habitual offenders, with potential sentence enhancements based on the severity of the current offense and the offender's criminal history. The legislation provides a framework for prosecutors to file a notice identifying a defendant as a dangerous special offender or habitual offender, with specific procedures for hearings and findings of such status before sentencing.

Budget and Finance, Justice

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1225.html