1. A minor child is a permissible party, but is not a necessary party to a proceeding under sections 14-20-36 through 14-20-58. 2. The court shall appoint a guardian ad litem to represent a minor or incapacitated child if the child is a party or the court finds that the interests of the child are not adequately represented.
(612) Child as party - Representation
N.D.C.C. § 14-20-47 — under Uniform Parentage Act.
N.D.C.C. § 14-20-47