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North Dakota

Data Privacy Law Status

No Law
Law Status
None
Law Name
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Effective Date
low
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No Comprehensive Privacy Law

North Dakota has not enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law. Federal laws still apply. Monitor the North Dakota legislature for updates.

North Dakota has not enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law. Businesses operating in North Dakota are not subject to a state-level data privacy statute, though federal laws such as COPPA, HIPAA, and the FTC Act still apply. North Dakota residents do not currently have state-granted rights to access, delete, or opt out of the sale of their personal data.

How North Dakota Compares to Neighboring States

StateLawStatusEffective DatePriority
North Dakota ◀North DakotaNo LawN/Alow
MontanaMontanaIn Effect2024-10-01medium
MinnesotaMinnesotaIn Effect2025-07-31high
South DakotaSouth DakotaNo LawN/Alow

Frequently Asked Questions — North Dakota Privacy Law

Does North Dakota have a data privacy law?

No. North Dakota has not enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law. Businesses do not have state-specific privacy compliance obligations in North Dakota, though federal privacy laws still apply.

Do North Dakota residents have privacy rights?

North Dakota residents do not have state-granted privacy rights such as the right to access, delete, or opt out of the sale of their personal data. Federal laws like COPPA (for children's data) and HIPAA (for health data) provide some protections.

Could North Dakota enact a privacy law in the future?

Possibly. Over 20 states have now enacted comprehensive privacy laws and legislative activity is ongoing across the country. Monitor the North Dakota legislature for updates.

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Data Methodology

DataTactic researchers verify privacy law data directly against official government sources — North Dakota Attorney General publications, state statutes, and agency websites. Each data point is cross-referenced against primary sources before publication. Records are reviewed and updated when laws or requirements change.

Last verified: 2026-06-01 · DataTactic provides reference information only. This is not legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for compliance guidance.