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Public Records Fee in North Dakota

North Dakota’s public records fee is governed by N.D. Cent. Code § 44-04-18, which sets the permissible charges for copying and providing access to public records. The statute establishes the legal framework that custodians must follow when determining what they may charge requesters. It outlines the costs that can be recovered, including actual copying expenses and, in some cases, staff time for retrieving or redacting records. The law also provides exceptions and conditions under which fees may be reduced or waived. The exact calculation depends on the specific record and the custodian’s policies, as detailed in the official source. The worked example below illustrates how the fee is computed under this rule. Use the calculator to estimate your own potential costs based on the statutory guidelines.

Governing authority

In North Dakota, the public records fee rule is set by N.D. Cent. Code § 44-04-18. The verified packet cites N.D. Cent. Code § 44-04-18 (https://www.ndlegis.gov/cencode/t44c04.pdf).

North Dakota public records fee: governed by N.D. Cent. Code § 44-04-18. The verified packet cites N.D. Cent. Code § 44-04-18 (https://www.ndlegis.gov/cencode/t44c04.pdf).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the public records fee calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.