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North DakotaHB 14172025 Regular SessionHouse
AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 12-59-15 and 12.1-01-04, subdivision b of subsection 3 of section 12.1-22-01, and sections 12.1-32-07, 12.1-32-08, and 29-07-01.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to parole and probation violations and court fees; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide a penalty.
Sponsored By: Lawrence R. Klemin (Republican)
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
8 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 4 costs, 2 mixed.
Higher probation fees and penalties
If you are on probation, the court orders at least $55 per month in supervision fees unless it finds undue hardship on the record. If probation is revoked for a technical violation, jail time is set by count: 15 days for the first, up to 30 days for the second, up to 90 days for the third, and the rest of the unserved sentence for the fourth or more. A court may also require you to stay off the internet as a condition of probation unless it waives that condition on the record.
Tougher parole enforcement and penalties
The corrections director can issue warrants to arrest parolees after considering the sanctions matrix. For technical violations, the parole board may order custody for 15 days (first), up to 30 days (second), up to 90 days (third), and the full remaining sentence (fourth or more). After a final revocation, the board may return the parolee to custody to serve all or part of the remaining sentence. The law broadens who counts as absconded and lets the board require absconders to pay return costs.
Restitution for meth cleanup costs
Courts include meth lab cleanup in restitution. If someone contaminated your home while making meth, the court can order them to pay to remove the contamination and restore the property to its prior condition.
Broader dangerous weapon definition
The law broadens what counts as a dangerous weapon for certain crimes. A weapon that shows intent or readiness to cause serious injury now counts. This can affect charges and sentencing.
Study of court fines and fees
During 2024–25, lawmakers study court fines and fees, including electronic and alcohol monitoring and the 24/7 sobriety program. The study reviews amounts collected, collection costs, other states’ practices, and effects on defendants. Findings and bill ideas go to the Seventieth Legislative Assembly.
New $35 fee for public defender
You must pay a $35 nonrefundable fee when you apply for a public defender in district court. The court can extend, waive, or reduce the fee if you cannot pay. If the fee was not paid and not waived before your case ends, the court adds it to the reimbursement you owe for defense costs.
Parole hearings and time credits
When a parole warrant issues, your parole term stops until the board’s final order, and you get credit for the days you are in custody. You get a prompt preliminary hearing near the arrest, held by a neutral officer who did not supervise you. If there is probable cause, the board can adjust your remaining parole time based on periods when you were not supervised or not in state custody.
Standard risk tests and incentives
Corrections uses a standard matrix of punishments and rewards for people under supervision. Officers give an initial risk test; a set score triggers a second review by the health department that can include clinical interviews and testing. The department may test each person it supervises and use the results to set supervision level and a case plan.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Lawrence R. Klemin
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Karla Rose Hanson
Democratic • House
Gregory Stemen
Republican • House
Kyle Davison
Republican • Senate
Diane Larson
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 4/23/2025
Second reading, passed, yeas 73 nays 20
Yes: 73 • No: 20
Senate vote • 4/10/2025
Second reading, passed as amended, yeas 40 nays 7
Yes: 40 • No: 7
House vote • 2/25/2025
Second reading, passed, yeas 63 nays 29
Yes: 63 • No: 29
Actions Timeline
Filed with Secretary Of State 04/29
5/2/2025HouseSigned by Governor 04/29
5/1/2025HouseSent to Governor
4/28/2025HouseSigned by Speaker
4/28/2025HouseSigned by President
4/25/2025SenateSecond reading, passed, yeas 73 nays 20
4/23/2025HouseConcurred
4/23/2025HouseReturned to House (12)
4/10/2025HouseSecond reading, passed as amended, yeas 40 nays 7
4/10/2025SenateAmendment adopted, placed on calendar
4/10/2025SenateReported back amended, do pass, amendment placed on calendar 14 2 0
4/9/2025SenateRereferred to Appropriations
3/28/2025SenateAmendment adopted
3/28/2025SenateReported back amended, do pass, amendment placed on calendar 6 0 1
3/27/2025SenateCommittee Hearing 10:00
3/19/2025SenateIntroduced, first reading, referred Judiciary Committee
3/7/2025SenateReceived from House
2/25/2025SenateSecond reading, passed, yeas 63 nays 29
2/25/2025HouseReported back, do pass, place on calendar 19 1 3
2/24/2025HouseRereferred to Appropriations
2/11/2025HouseAmendment adopted
2/11/2025HouseReported back amended, without recommendation 10 4 0
2/10/2025HouseCommittee Hearing 09:30
2/5/2025HouseIntroduced, first reading, referred Judiciary Committee
1/13/2025House
Bill Text
Enrollment
FIRST ENGROSSMENT
FIRST ENGROSSMENT with Senate Amendments
INTRODUCED
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Klemin
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Paulson
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senate Appropriations - Education and Environment Division Committee
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