(103) Scope - Choice of law
N.D. Cent. Code § 14-20-03
in effect14-20-03. (103) Scope - Choice of law
1. This chapter applies to determination of parentage in this state.
2. The court shall apply the law of this state to adjudicate the parent-child relationship.
The applicable law does not depend on:
a. The place of birth of the child; or
b. The past or present residence of the child.
3. This chapter does not create, enlarge, or diminish parental rights or duties under other
law of this state.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t14c20.pdf#nameddest=14-20-03Fetched: 10/16/2026
