North Dakota § 36-01-13 - Diseased animal to be reported - Records exempt

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§ 36-01-13. Diseased animal to be reported - Records exempt

1. Any person who discovers, suspects, or has reason to believe that any domestic animal or nontraditional livestock belonging to that person or belonging to any other person, is affected by any reportable contagious disease as defined by the board, shall report that knowledge, suspicion, or belief to the state veterinarian or any other agent or representative of the commissioner. 2. The records are exempt from open records laws, except those records concerning diseases that are specifically regulated by mandatory control and eradication programs or to protect public health.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 36-01-13

What does North Dakota Century Code § 36-01-13 cover?

Section 36-01-13 ("Diseased animal to be reported - Records exempt") 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.

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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?

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