N.D. Cent. Code § 27-20.2-28
27-20.2-28. In-state placement of juveniles - Exception
27-20.2-28. In-state placement of juveniles - Exception
Except for cases in which the specific necessary treatment is unavailable in the state or
cases in which the appropriate treatment or services cannot be provided in a timely manner in
the state, all juveniles in need of residential treatment or residential care placement must be
placed in in-state residential facilities.