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North Dakota Century Code Title 44. Offices and Officers § 44-04-28. Social security numbers--Confidential

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1. Social security numbers in the possession of a public entity are confidential.  However, social security numbers may be released as authorized in this section or by other state or federal law.

2. A social security number may be released:

a. For purposes of participation in retirement or other employment benefits programs;

b. As authorized by the individual to whom the social security number is assigned, that individual's lawful agent or guardian, or by order of a court;  or

c. To another public entity or its agents, employees, or contractors if disclosure is necessary for the receiving entity to perform its duties and responsibilities.  The receiving governmental entity and its agents, employees, and contractors shall maintain the confidential status of the numbers.

Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Dakota Century Code Title 44. Offices and Officers § 44-04-28. Social security numbers--Confidential - last updated January 01, 2020 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nd/title-44-offices-and-officers/nd-cent-code-sect-44-04-28.html


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