North Dakota Century Code Title 14. Domestic Relations and Persons § 14-07.7-09. Sexual assault restraining order (Effective after December 31, 2025)

a. The petitioner files a petition under section 14-07.7-02;

b. The sheriff serves the respondent with a copy of the temporary sexual assault restraining order issued under section 14-07.7-08 and with notice of the time and place of the hearing;

c. The court sets a hearing for no later than fourteen days after issuance of the temporary sexual assault restraining order or a later date if good cause is shown; and

d. The court finds after the hearing there are reasonable grounds to believe the respondent committed sexual assault.

a. Harassing, stalking, or threatening the protected individual;

b. Appearing at the residence, school, and place of employment of the protected individual; and

c. Contacting the protected individual.