The proposed concurrent resolution seeks to amend sections 3 and 13 of Article VI of the North Dakota Constitution, focusing on the judicial branch and the supreme court. Key changes include the elimination of civil and criminal judicial immunity for judges, making any judgment that violates due process, state or federal law, or the constitutions of North Dakota or the United States void. Additionally, the resolution mandates that judicial vacancies in the supreme court or district court be filled through appointments made by a bipartisan committee, rather than solely by the governor.
If approved, these amendments would be presented to the qualified voters of North Dakota during the primary election in 2026. The resolution aims to enhance accountability within the judiciary by ensuring that judges can be held liable for their actions and that appointments to the judiciary are made through a more collaborative and bipartisan process. This initiative reflects a significant shift in the governance of the judicial system in North Dakota, promoting transparency and adherence to legal standards.