North Dakota State Sign Regulations

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Our North Dakota State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all enclosed public places and workplaces, including restaurants. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, retail tobacco shops, private clubs, bars, Native American spiritual and cultural ceremonies, designated areas in truck stops, and designated bar areas in restaurants. The North Dakota law became effective on 8/1/2005 and is administered by the Department of Health. (NDCC 23-12-10)

Swimming Pool Signs

The State of North Dakota stipulates rules governing the construction and use of public swimming pools and spas. The code, 33-29-01, became effective on 1/1/1993.

Concealed Weapon Signs

The State of North Dakota allows its residents to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been a resident for 1 year and must have a North Dakota Driver’s License or State Issued ID Card. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; an applicant must be at least 18 years old and has not been convicted of either a felony or offense involving alcohol or controlled substances. The applicant must also complete an approved handgun training course. There are certain places such as schools, churches, bars, casinos, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. North Dakota honors the CCW permits of a number other states. (62.1-04-02) (62.1-02-04-5)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of North Dakota bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. Drivers under the age of 18 are prohibited from using cell phones for both voice and texting communications. The law became effective on 7/1/2009. (39-08-23&24)

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.