N.D.C.C. §§ 14-02.5-01 through 14-02.5-46 § 14-02.5-36
Attorney general action for enforcement.
Operative Text
14-02.5-36. Attorney general action for enforcement.
If a timely election is made under section 14-02.5-30, the department shall authorize and
the attorney general shall file not later than the thirtieth day after the date of the election a claim
for relief seeking relief for the benefit of the aggrieved person in a district court. In any action for
enforcement under this section, the attorney general represents the department. Venue for an
action is in the county in which the alleged discriminatory housing practice occurred or is about
to occur. An aggrieved person may intervene in the action. If the court finds that a discriminatory
housing practice has occurred or is about to occur, the court may grant as relief any relief that a
court may grant in a civil action under sections 14-02.5-39 through 14-02.5-44. If monetary relief
is sought for the benefit of an aggrieved person who does not intervene in the civil action, the
court may not award the monetary relief if that aggrieved person has not complied with
discovery orders entered by the court.Under N.D.C.C. § 14-02.5-36, when a timely election is made under § 14-02.5-30, the state department authorizes the attorney general to file a claim for relief in district court within thirty days on behalf of a person who has experienced discriminatory housing practices. The case is heard in the county where the alleged discrimination occurred or is about to occur, and the aggrieved person has the right to intervene in that action. Courts may award the full range of civil relief available under §§ 14-02.5-39 through 14-02.5-44, though monetary relief for a non-intervening aggrieved person can be withheld if that person fails to comply with court-ordered discovery.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in North Dakota should be aware that § 14-02.5-36 empowers the state attorney general to bring enforcement actions in district court on behalf of individuals alleging discriminatory housing practices. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough, consistent records of their rental policies and decisions, which can be critical if a court action is initiated and discovery is ordered. Understanding that venue is set in the county where the alleged practice occurred underscores the importance of uniform, documented fair-housing compliance across all properties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 14-02.5-36, if the election process under § 14-02.5-30 is triggered, the attorney general can file a court claim on your behalf within thirty days, seeking relief for discriminatory housing practices. As an aggrieved person, you have the right to intervene directly in that action, and doing so may be important because courts are barred from awarding monetary relief to non-intervening parties who do not comply with discovery orders. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services in North Dakota can help individuals understand the intervention process and the range of remedies available under §§ 14-02.5-39 through 14-02.5-44.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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