N.D. Cent. Code § 54-68-07: Records - Confidentiality - Disclosure - Penalty

1.For purposes of this chapter, confidential records as defined under section 44-04-17.1 include:

a.Identifiable information that may reasonably be used to identify a guardian, conservator, complainant, or an individual applying for or receiving services; and

b.A report concerning an applicant, provider, or recipient of public services.

2.Confidential information may be disclosed only:

a.In the administration of a program under the supervision or administration of the office; or

b.When authorized or required by administrative rule, court rule, or law.

3.The office may disclose information uncovered during a disciplinary investigation to the attorney general or bureau of criminal investigation related to a criminal investigation when the investigation counsel suspects the subject of the investigation has committed a crime.

4.A person that discloses, authorizes, or knowingly allows, participates in, or acquiesces in the disclosure of confidential information in violation of this section is guilty of a class C felony.