North Dakota § 23-28-02 - Identifying devices for persons having certain conditions
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 23-28-02 — Identifying devices for persons having certain conditions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-28-02. Identifying devices for persons having certain conditions
1. A person who suffers from epilepsy, diabetes, a cardiac condition, or any other type of illness that causes temporary blackouts, semiconscious periods, or complete unconsciousness, or who suffers from a condition requiring specific medication or medical treatment, is allergic to certain medications or items used in medical treatment, wears contact lenses, or is unable to communicate coherently or effectively in the English language, is authorized and encouraged to wear an identifying device. 2. Any person may carry an identification card bearing that person's name, type of medical condition, physician's name, and other medical information. 3. By wearing an identifying device a person gives that person's consent for any law enforcement officer or medical practitioner who finds that person in a disabled condition to make a reasonable search of that person's clothing or other effects for an identification card of the type described in subsection 2.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 23-28-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 23-28-02 cover?
Section 23-28-02 ("Identifying devices for persons having certain conditions") 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 § 23-28-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 23-28-02" (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 § 23-28-02 apply to my situation?
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