North Dakota Century Code Title 36. Livestock § 36-14-15. Duty of state's attorney to bring actions for violation of chapter--Notice

If livestock is brought into this state in violation of this chapter or contrary to any rule of the state board of animal health, the state veterinarian or other accredited agent of the commissioner shall notify the state's attorney of the county into which the livestock has been brought. Immediately upon receiving the notice, the state's attorney shall bring an action against any person charged with bringing, transporting, or importing livestock contrary to this chapter or any rule of the state board of animal health.