North Dakota § 50-12-07 - Duties of licensee
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 50-12-07 — Duties of licensee, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50-12-07. Duties of licensee
Every licensee shall: 1. Keep a full record and social history of each child received for placement and a similar record and history of the licensee's family. 2. Report to the department of health and human services: a. The name and address of each child to be placed in a foster or an adoptive home; b. The name and address of the proposed foster or adoptive parents; and c. Any other facts and information as requested by the department. 3. Visit the proposed foster or adoptive home at frequent intervals and make all necessary inquiries and investigations as may be necessary to determine whether the child will become properly adjusted in the home. 4. Continue to visit and supervise each placement as often as may be required by the department and report in writing to the department the conditions as ascertained by a visit.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 50-12-07
What does North Dakota Century Code § 50-12-07 cover?
Section 50-12-07 ("Duties of licensee") 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 § 50-12-07?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 50-12-07" (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 § 50-12-07 apply to my situation?
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