# N.D. Cent. Code § 47-36-08: 47-36-08. Disclosure of content of electronic communications of principal

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## Section

- **Citation:** N.D. Cent. Code § 47-36-08
- **Heading:** 47-36-08. Disclosure of content of electronic communications of principal
- **Jurisdiction:** North Dakota
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** ND Code / Title 47 / Chapter 47-36 / Section 47-36-08

## Text

47-36-08. Disclosure of content of electronic communications of principal

To the extent a power of attorney expressly grants an agent authority over the content of

electronic communications sent or received by the principal and unless directed otherwise by

the principal or the court, a custodian shall disclose to the agent the content if the agent gives

the custodian:

1. A written request for disclosure in physical or electronic form;

2. An original or copy of the power of attorney expressly granting the agent authority over

the content of electronic communications of the principal;

3. A certification by the agent, under penalty of perjury, that the power of attorney is in

effect; and

4. If requested by the custodian:

a. A number, username, address, or other unique subscriber or account identifier

assigned by the custodian to identify the principal's account; or

b. Evidence linking the account to the principal.

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