N.D. Cent. Code § 12.1-04.1-06: Explanation to defendant

At the beginning of each examination conducted under section 12.1-04.1-05, the tier 1a mental health professional shall inform the defendant the examination is being made at the request of the prosecuting attorney; the purpose of the examination is to obtain information about the defendant's mental condition at the time of the alleged offense; and information obtained from the examination may be used at trial and, if the defendant is found not guilty by reason of lack of criminal responsibility, in subsequent proceedings concerning commitment or other disposition.