Bill > SB2326

This bill amends two sections of North Dakota law related to sexual assault restraining orders and domestic violence protection orders, focusing on privacy protections for victims. The bill adds two key provisions to both types of protection orders: first, hearings for these orders will now be closed to the public, with only specific individuals allowed to attend, such as the parties, their attorneys, the state's attorney, a certified domestic violence sexual assault advocate, witnesses, and victims. Second, the name of the victim in these protection orders will be kept confidential and must be redacted from any public records. For sexual assault restraining orders, the bill maintains the existing framework for obtaining an order, which includes provisions for temporary and long-term restraining orders that can prohibit the respondent from contacting, harassing, or appearing near the victim. The domestic violence protection order section similarly preserves the existing process for obtaining protective relief, with the added privacy protections. These changes aim to provide additional privacy and protection for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence by ensuring their personal information remains confidential during legal proceedings.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2326.html