N.D. Cent. Code § 12-67.1-01: Definition

As used in this chapter, "deflection process" means a procedure for facilitating an assessment, service, or treatment in lieu of incarceration, criminal charges, or unnecessary admissions to the emergency department if a peace officer or first responder is directed to intervene with an individual with a behavioral health condition, including a substance use disorder or mental health disorder, with or without the presence of criminal activity, unless the criminal activity involves bodily injury to another human or damage to personal property.