Best interest of child
N.D. Cent. Code § 14-09.4-11
in effect14-09.4-11. Best interest of child
In determining whether an order of custody or visitation to a nonparent is in the best interest
of a child, the court shall consider:
1. The nature and extent of the relationship between the child and the parent;
2. The nature and extent of the relationship between the child and the nonparent;
3. The views of the child, taking into account the age and maturity of the child;
4. Past or present conduct by a party, or individual living with a party, which poses a risk
to the physical, emotional, or psychological well-being of the child;
5. The likely impact of the requested order on the relationship between the child and the
parent;
6. The applicable factors in section 14-09-06.2; and
7. Any other factor affecting the best interest of the child.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t14c09-4.pdf#nameddest=14-09p4-11Fetched: 10/16/2026