N.D. Cent. Code § 14-09.4-05
14-09.4-05. Commencement of proceeding - Jurisdiction
14-09.4-05. Commencement of proceeding - Jurisdiction
A nonparent may commence a proceeding by filing a petition under section 14-09.4-06 in
the court having jurisdiction to determine custody or visitation under chapter 14-14.1.