The bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 47-32 of the North Dakota Century Code that allows for the sealing of eviction records under specific circumstances. It stipulates that individuals who have been evicted for nonpayment of rent or damage to property may petition to have their eviction records sealed seven years after resolving all related claims, provided they have not faced eviction from another property during that time. Additionally, it addresses the situation of individuals who were victims of domestic violence during their tenancy; these individuals can also seek to have their eviction records sealed upon the conviction of their assailant or the issuance of certain protective orders.

This legislation aims to provide a pathway for individuals to mitigate the long-term impacts of eviction records, particularly for those who have faced financial hardship or domestic violence. By allowing for the sealing of these records, the bill seeks to support the reintegration of affected individuals into housing and society without the stigma of past evictions.