North Dakota Century Code Title 14. Domestic Relations and Persons § 14-07.1-11. Arrest without warrant (Effective after December 31, 2025)

1. A law enforcement officer may arrest an individual without a warrant if the arrest is made within twelve hours from the time the officer determines there is probable cause to arrest for an assault of a family or household member as defined in section 14-07.1-01, whether or not the assault took place in the presence of the officer. After twelve hours has elapsed, the officer shall secure an arrest warrant before making an arrest. A law enforcement officer may not arrest an individual pursuant to this subsection without first observing that there has been recent physical injury to, or impairment of physical condition of, the alleged victim. This subsection does not apply to an arrest made by a law enforcement officer in accordance with section 14-07.7-18.

2. A law enforcement officer may not be held criminally or civilly liable for making an arrest under this section if the officer acts in good faith on probable cause and without malice.