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North Dakota Century Code Title 12. Corrections, Parole, and Probation § 12-59-20. Probation and parole officers as peace officers

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

1. Probation and parole officers have the power of a peace officer:

a. For the purpose of enforcing probation and parole laws; and

b. To enforce the law, conduct investigations, and make arrests for violations of the law on or within any premises under the control of the department of corrections and rehabilitation.

2. Probation and parole officers shall provide assistance to and receive assistance from other law enforcement officers in securing and jailing probation and parole violators and other offenders and in preventing and controlling of criminal activity.

3. Probation and parole officers may supervise sexually dangerous individuals released to community placement on an outpatient basis in accordance with section 25-03.3-24.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Dakota Century Code Title 12. Corrections, Parole, and Probation § 12-59-20. Probation and parole officers as peace officers - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nd/title-12-corrections-parole-and-probation/nd-cent-code-sect-12-59-20/

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