1.    A minor child is a permissible party, but is not a necessary party to a proceeding under sections 14-20-36 through 14-20-58.

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 14-20-47

  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.

2.    The court shall appoint a guardian ad litem to represent a minor or incapacitated child if the child is a party or the court finds that the interests of the child are not adequately represented.