North Dakota Century Code Title 50. Public Welfare § 50-25.1-05.1. Child abuse or neglect assessment decision--How determined

1. This determination is the responsibility of the department.

2. A decision of confirmed may not be made if the suspected child abuse or neglect arises solely out of conduct involving the lawful practice of religious beliefs by a parent or guardian. This exception does not preclude a court from ordering that medical services be provided to the child if the child's life or safety requires such an order or the child is subject to harm or threatened harm.