North Dakota · North Dakota Century Code — Title 12.1, Criminal Code

N.D. Cent. Code (Tit. 12.1) § 12.1-23-19: Use and possession of re-encoders and scanning devices - Penalty

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Using devices to steal payment card or ID information without permission is a Class B felony; repeat offenses are Class A felonies with up to $100,000 civil penalty. Possessing such devices with intent to commit crimes is a Class A misdemeanor.

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