The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code concerning the Peace Officer Standards and Training Board and the licensing of peace officers. Key changes include the board's authority to require licensed peace officers to undergo physical or psychological examinations if deemed necessary for public safety. Additionally, the board is granted the power to review medical and psychological records related to these examinations, with the stipulation that such information is not subject to certain confidentiality laws. The bill also clarifies that the board can examine applicants and licensed officers under oath and outlines the procedures for denying, suspending, or revoking licenses based on various offenses, including felony convictions and psychological or physical conditions that impair an officer's ability to perform their duties.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new licensing fees for various actions, including license suspension and reinstatement, and specifies that the board must establish these fees by rule. It also emphasizes the importance of psychological and physical evaluations in the licensing process, stating that applicants may be required to undergo such evaluations before reinstatement if their license has been revoked. The bill ensures that the board has the necessary authority to maintain the integrity and safety of peace officer licensure in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 12-63-04, 12-63-05, 12-63-12
Enrollment: 12-63-04, 12-63-05, 12-63-12