Restrictions on adult-oriented performances - Penalty
N.D. Cent. Code § 12.1-27.1-03.4
in effect12.1-27.1-03.4. Restrictions on adult-oriented performances - Penalty
1. As used in this section:
a. "Adult-oriented performance" means a performance that, regardless of whether or
not performed for consideration, is intended to appeal to a prurient interest and
features:
(1) The purposeful exposure, whether complete or partial, of:
(a) A human genital, the pubic region, the human buttocks, or a female
breast, if the breast is exposed below a point immediately above the
top of the areola; or
(b) Prosthetic genitalia, breasts, or buttocks; or
(2) Sexual conduct.
b. "Public property" means real property in which a state agency or a political
subdivision has an ownership interest.
2. A person is guilty of a class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a class C felony for
a second or subsequent offense if the person organizes an adult-oriented
performance:
a. On public property; or
b. At a business establishment frequented by minors, or where minors are or may
be invited as a part of the general public.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t12-1c27-1.pdf#nameddest=12p1-27p1-03p4Fetched: 10/16/2026