This bill introduces a new section to chapter 47-32 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on the sealing of eviction records. It allows individuals who have been evicted for nonpayment of rent or damage to property to petition for the sealing of their eviction records after seven years, provided they have resolved all claims related to the eviction and have not faced eviction from another property during that time. Additionally, it provides a provision for victims of domestic violence who were evicted due to incidents of domestic violence. These individuals can also seek to have their eviction records sealed upon the conviction of the assailant or the issuance of specific restraining orders against them.

The bill aims to offer a pathway for individuals to mitigate the long-term impacts of eviction records on their housing opportunities, particularly for those who have faced domestic violence. By allowing the sealing of these records under specified conditions, the legislation seeks to promote fairness and support for vulnerable populations in the housing market.