The bill amends subsection 5 of section 15.1-13-26 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the denial or immediate revocation of teaching licenses for individuals convicted of crimes against children and sexual offenses. The amendments clarify the definitions of "conviction," "crime against a child," and "sexual offense." Notably, the definition of "crime against a child" now includes violations of specific sections of the law as well as equivalent federal or local ordinances, while the definition of "sexual offense" has been expanded to include additional sections and also references equivalent federal or local laws.

Key insertions in the bill include the addition of "federal law or local" ordinances in the definitions of both "crime against a child" and "sexual offense," which broadens the scope of offenses that could lead to the denial or revocation of a teaching license. Additionally, the definition of "sexual offense" has been updated to include new sections, specifically 12.1-20-05.1, 12.1-20-12.1, and 12.1-20-12.3, enhancing the legal framework surrounding the protection of minors in educational settings.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 15.1-13-26
PREFILED: 15.1-13-26