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North Dakota Petty Theft and Other Theft Laws
Under North Dakota law, a person has committed the offense of theft by: knowingly taking or exercising unauthorized control over the property of another, with the intent to deprive the owner of that property (i.e. shoplifting)
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Shoplifting Charges in North Dakota
Shoplifting in North Dakota is a crime with serious penalties, including potential fines and jail time. In addition to facing criminal penalties, shoplifters can be sued by merchants in civil court to recover damages.
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North Dakota Embezzlement Laws
Embezzlement is a kind of property theft. It occurs when a defendant, who was entrusted to manage or monitor someone else’s money or property, steals all or part of that money or property for the defendant’s personal gain.
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Driving on a Suspended License in North Dakota
In North Dakota, your license may be suspended or revoked for certain criminal convictions, failures to appear in court, and other reasons. If you drive while your license is suspended or revoked, you may be charged with a crime.
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North Dakota Minor in Possession of Alcohol: Law & Penalties
A minor in North Dakota may not manufacture, purchase, possess, consume, be under the influence of alcohol (or attempt to do these things); or enter into establishments that are licensed to sell alcohol, with few exceptions.
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Possession of a Controlled Substance in North Dakota
All states regulate the possession of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for possession. North Dakota classifies not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine as CDS, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.
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North Dakota Sale of a Controlled Substance Laws
All states regulate and control the sale of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for sale. North Dakota classifies not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine as CDS, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.
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Marijuana possession, sale, and manufacture are regulated by both state and federal law. In North Dakota, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I substance, which means that it has a high potential for abuse and no generally recognized medical value.
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Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana in North Dakota
Driving under the influence of marijuana is a crime in North Dakota. This article explains the penalties imposed for DUI violations, but other laws regarding marijuana possession may also apply to drivers and passengers.
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North Dakota does not require a license to purchase a handgun. You may openly carry an unload weapon without a permit during the day, unless you have a concealed weapons permit, in which case you may openly carry loaded weapons during the day or night. (N.D. Cent. Code ยง 62.1-03.1.) For more information,
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Open and Concealed Gun Carry Laws in North Dakota
North Dakota protects the right to bear arms under Section 1 of the state constitution, but this does not mean that everyone may carry a gun, or that you may always carry a gun wherever you like.