North Dakota § 39-03-04 - Qualifications of troopers - Veterans have preference
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 39-03-04 — Qualifications of troopers - Veterans have preference, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-03-04. Qualifications of troopers - Veterans have preference
No person may be appointed as a trooper unless the person has all of the following qualifications: 1. Has passed such physical examination and such other qualification test as may be required by the superintendent. 2. Is of good moral character and temperate habits. 3. Has been a citizen of the United States for not less than two years prior to the appointment. Preference for appointment must be given at all times to honorably discharged veterans and citizens of the state of North Dakota, and all appointments must be made without regard to any political party affiliation of the applicant.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 39-03-04
What does North Dakota Century Code § 39-03-04 cover?
Section 39-03-04 ("Qualifications of troopers - Veterans have preference") 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 § 39-03-04?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 39-03-04 apply to my situation?
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