North Dakota Attorney CE audits & penalties

What happens if a attorney misses CE requirements in North Dakota, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Attorneys who fail to file a CLE report of compliance (or whose proof fails to establish compliance) receive 60 days' notice to comply or request a hearing; otherwise the CLE Commission files findings of noncompliance and an order of suspension (Rule 4, ND Rules for Continuing Legal Education).Verify with board

How compliance is checked

Attorneys must keep a record of seminar attendance for CLE compliance (SBAND CLE materials); no specific retention duration published.

Official source: North Dakota Court System — Rules for Continuing Legal Education, Rule 4

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