ND SB2264

Amends North Dakota law to change mandatory sentencing to discretionary sentencing for first alcohol violations by individuals under 21, allowing courts to may sentence violators to evidence-based alcohol and drug education programs rather than requiring it.

Mandates that courts shall sentence individuals under 21 to evidence-based alcohol and drug education programs for second or subsequent violations of alcohol prohibition laws.

Creates a new provision allowing courts to sentence individuals under 21 guilty of first marijuana possession offense of one-half ounce or less to evidence-based alcohol and drug education programs at the court's discretion.

Requires courts to mandate evidence-based alcohol and drug education programs for individuals under 21 convicted of second or subsequent marijuana possession offenses of one-half ounce or less.

Maintains existing immunity from criminal prosecution for individuals under 21 who report another underage person needing medical assistance due to alcohol consumption and provide aid until emergency services arrive, with a maximum of five individuals immune per occurrence.