North Dakota Century Code Title 27. Judicial Branch of Government § 27-20.6-13. Denial--Subsequent petitions

If the court denies a petition under this chapter after a hearing, the court may issue a written order barring the filing of a subsequent petition by the genetic parent. The court shall provide the length of time the genetic parent is barred from filing a subsequent petition, make written findings in support of the order, and evaluate the best interests of the child.