North Dakota Century Code Title 50. Public Welfare § 50-25.1-05.3. Disposition of reports implicating a person not responsible for the child's health or welfare

1. Upon determination by the department or authorized agent that a report made under this chapter implicates a person other than a person responsible for a child's welfare, the department or authorized agent shall refer the report to an appropriate law enforcement agency for investigation and disposition.

2. If law enforcement determines a minor committed an act in violation of sections 12.1-20-01 through 12.1-20-04, section 12.1-20-07, sections 12.1-20-11 through 12.1-20-12.2, or chapter 12.1-27.2 against another minor, law enforcement shall provide the report to the department or authorized agent. Law enforcement shall conduct a criminal investigation and shall coordinate with the department or authorized agent for the provision of services to the minors, parents, custodians, or other persons serving in loco parentis with respect to the minors.

3. The department or authorized agent shall provide risk assessment, safety planning, and any appropriate evidence-based screening for the minors and any other minors under the same care. The department or authorized agent shall refer the minors, parents, custodians, or other persons serving in loco parentis with respect to the minors, for appropriate services.