North Dakota § 23-12-23 - Required vaccine - Opt-out procedure
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 23-12-23 — Required vaccine - Opt-out procedure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-12-23. Required vaccine - Opt-out procedure
1. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a state agency, political subdivision, or any other government entity may not require an individual to take or receive a vaccine or similar product used to prevent a disease, unless there is a procedure made available for an opt-out for health, religious, or philosophical reasons. 2. For a school, day care center, child care facility, head start program, or nursery school, section 23-07-17.1 must be followed for vaccines and vaccine opt-out procedures.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 23-12-23
What does North Dakota Century Code § 23-12-23 cover?
Section 23-12-23 ("Required vaccine - Opt-out procedure") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Dakota § 23-12-23?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 23-12-23" (North Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Dakota attorney.
How does North Dakota § 23-12-23 apply to my situation?
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