Bill > HB1375

This bill addresses two main aspects of alcohol regulation in North Dakota: first, it establishes a new procedure for verifying the age of individuals in licensed premises and second, it modifies the process for filing complaints against licensed alcohol retailers. Under the new law, if a peace officer has reasonable suspicion that an individual under 21 is in a licensed premises for a prohibited purpose, they can request photo identification. An individual who refuses to provide identification can be charged with an infraction, but this charge will be dismissed if they later prove they were 21 or older at the time of the request. Additionally, the bill changes the complaint process for alcohol license violations, now requiring that affidavits detailing alleged violations must be filed within 14 days of the incident with the attorney general, city attorney, or state's attorney. The bill also specifies new procedural requirements for hearings, including mandatory notification to the licensee and a requirement that hearings be officially recorded using stenographic notes or an electronic recording device. These changes aim to provide clearer guidelines for age verification in alcohol-serving establishments and streamline the process for addressing potential licensing violations.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1375.html