North Dakota § 23-23-03 - Enforcement by department - Seizure - Inspection - Injunction
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§ 23-23-03. Enforcement by department - Seizure - Inspection - Injunction
It is the duty of the department of health and human services to enforce the provisions of this chapter, and for that purpose the investigators, inspectors, representatives, and agents of the department of health and human services shall have the full power and authority of peace officers in this state, and shall have the power and authority to administer oaths, to enter upon premises at all times for the purpose of making inspections, to seize evidence, to interrogate all persons, and to require the production of books, papers, documents, or other evidence. The department of health and human services may institute, in its own name, proceedings to enjoin and restrain violations of this chapter, regardless of whether the defendant has been convicted of violation of the penal provisions thereof, and may not be required to pay any costs or filing fees or furnish any bond in connection therewith.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 23-23-03
What does North Dakota Century Code § 23-23-03 cover?
Section 23-23-03 ("Enforcement by department - Seizure - Inspection - Injunction") 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 § 23-23-03?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 23-23-03" (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?
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How does North Dakota § 23-23-03 apply to my situation?
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