This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 5-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, which addresses the requirement for individuals under the age of twenty-one to provide photo identification when requested by a peace officer in licensed premises serving alcohol. If a peace officer has reasonable suspicion that an individual under twenty-one is present for prohibited purposes, they may request identification. Failure to provide such identification will result in an infraction, although the infraction can be dismissed if the individual later presents valid proof of age.

Additionally, the bill amends section 5-02-10 regarding the process for filing complaints against licensed retailers of alcoholic beverages. It specifies that individuals must file an affidavit detailing the alleged violation within fourteen days of the incident. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the city attorney, state's attorney, and attorney general in setting hearings for these complaints, ensuring that the process is timely and that the licensee is properly notified. The hearings must be recorded, either by stenographic notes or electronic means, to maintain a formal record of the proceedings.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 5-02-10
Adopted by the House Political Subdivisions Committee: 5-02-10
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 5-02-10