This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 12.1-41 of the North Dakota Century Code that establishes mandatory minimum sentences for individuals convicted of human trafficking offenses. The legislation specifies that offenders will face minimum terms of imprisonment that must be served without the possibility of parole.

Under the new provisions, the minimum sentences are categorized by the severity of the felony: a class AA felony will incur a minimum of forty years' imprisonment, a class A felony will result in a minimum of fifteen years' imprisonment, and a class B felony will carry a minimum of seven years' imprisonment. This bill aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding human trafficking and ensure that offenders face significant penalties for their crimes.