ND SB2087

Reduces the record retention period for adult and juvenile case files and court records related to sexual offense cases from 50 years to 25 years.

Applies to records of alleged offenses defined by chapters 12.1-20 and 12.1-27.2 and requires case files remain available to state's attorneys for investigation and civil commitment proceedings.

If the subject dies before the 25-year period expires, the official department or agency must maintain records according to their standard retention policies.

Defines "adult and juvenile case files" to include medical, psychological, and treatment clinical assessments, evaluations, progress reports, offenses in custody records, case notes, and criminal investigation reports.

Passed with overwhelming support: Senate 46-0 (1 absent), House 89-1 (4 absent).