North Dakota § 29-06-15.1 - Arrest of nonresident traffic violator
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 29-06-15.1 — Arrest of nonresident traffic violator, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-06-15.1. Arrest of nonresident traffic violator
A police officer at the scene of a traffic accident may arrest without a warrant any driver of a vehicle who is a nonresident of this state and who is involved in the accident when based upon personal investigation, the officer has reasonable and probable grounds to believe that the person has committed any offense under the provisions of title 39 in connection with the accident, and if the officer has reasonable and probable grounds to believe the person will disregard a written promise to appear in court. Whenever any person is arrested under the provisions of this section, the person must be taken without unnecessary delay before the proper magistrate.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 29-06-15.1
What does North Dakota Century Code § 29-06-15.1 cover?
Section 29-06-15.1 ("Arrest of nonresident traffic violator") 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 § 29-06-15.1?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 29-06-15.1 apply to my situation?
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