1.    This chapter applies to determination of parentage in this state.

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 14-20-03

  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49

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.