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North Dakota Century Code Title 32. Judicial Remedies § 32-03-46. Immunity of volunteer athletic coaches and officials

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

1. Any person who provides services or assistance free of charge, except for reimbursement of expenses, as an athletic coach, manager, or official for a sports team which is organized or performing pursuant to a nonprofit or similar charter is immune from civil liability for any act or omission resulting in damage or injury to a player or participant if at the time of the act or omission all the following are met:

a. The person who caused the damage or injury was acting in good faith and in the scope of that person's duties for the sports team.

b. The act or omission did not constitute willful misconduct or gross negligence.

c. The coach, manager, or official had participated in a safety orientation and training program established by the league or team with which the person is affiliated.

2. This section does not grant immunity to:

a. Any person causing damage as the result of the negligent operation of a motor vehicle.

b. Any person for any damage caused by that person permitting a sports competition or practice to be conducted without supervision.

c. Any athletic coach, manager, or official providing service as a part of a public or private educational institution's athletic program.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Dakota Century Code Title 32. Judicial Remedies § 32-03-46. Immunity of volunteer athletic coaches and officials - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nd/title-32-judicial-remedies/nd-cent-code-sect-32-03-46/

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