The bill amends section 32-12.2-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, which outlines the notice requirements for claims against the state. It stipulates that individuals must present a written notice of their claim to the director of the office of management and budget within 180 days of discovering the injury. The notice must include details such as the time, place, circumstances of the injury, names of involved state employees, and the amount of compensation sought. For claims involving serious injuries, the notice period is extended to one year. Additionally, the bill introduces a waiver of the notice period for claims resulting from sexual assault or abuse.

The bill also clarifies the process following the receipt of a claim notice, requiring the director to notify relevant parties and allowing for settlements of claims over ten thousand dollars with the attorney general's approval. Claims will be paid from the risk management fund unless covered by insurance, and all associated loss adjustment expenses will be included. Furthermore, it mandates that individuals initiating legal action against the state must deliver a copy of the legal documents to the director at the time of service, adding to existing civil procedure rules.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 32-12.2-04
Enrollment: 32-12.2-04