12.1-36 Female Genital Mutilation - North Dakota Statutes

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CHAPTER 12.1-36FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION12.1-36-01. Surgical alteration of the genitals of female minor - Penalty - Exception.1.Except as provided in subsection 2, any person who knowingly separates or
surgically alters normal, healthy, functioning genital tissue of a female minor is guilty
of a class C felony.2.A surgical operation is not a violation of this section if a licensed medical practitioner
performs the operation to correct an anatomical abnormality or to remove diseased
tissue that is an immediate threat to the health of the female minor. In applying this
subsection, any belief that the operation is required as a matter of custom, ritual, or
standard of practice may not be taken into consideration.Page No. 1Document Outlinechapter 12.1-36 female genital mutilation