ND SB2222

Any person who knowingly separates or surgically alters normal, healthy, functioning genital tissue of a female minor is guilty of a class C felony.

Licensed medical practitioners may perform surgical operations to correct anatomical abnormalities or remove diseased tissue that is an immediate threat to the female minor's health; custom, ritual, or standard of practice cannot justify such operations.

Parents, adult family or household members, guardians, or other custodians who willfully allow a child to be surgically altered are guilty of child abuse under section 14-09-22.

Custom, ritual, religious practice, or parental or guardian consent is not a valid defense against a violation of this section.

Prosecution for violations must be commenced within three years of the offense date or within three years after the offense is reported to law enforcement, whichever is later.