N.D. Cent. Code § 30.1-28-02
30.1-28-02. (5-302) Venue
30.1-28-02. (5-302) Venue
The venue for guardianship proceedings for a proposed ward is in the place where the
proposed ward resides or is present and expected to remain during the pendency of the
proceedings. Notwithstanding section 30.1-02-03, the proposed ward may demand change of
venue to either the county of residence or the county where the proposed ward is present. The
court shall grant the demand if it is filed and served upon the petitioner more than three days
before the hearing. If the demand is filed within three days of the hearing, the court may grant
the demand upon good cause shown.