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N.D. Attorney General opinion: Dec. 23

Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem has issued an opinion that the Ethics Commission has the constitutional authority to promulgate rules defining “lobby” and “lobbyist,” even if those definitions are broader than what has been adopted by the Legislature.

Courthouses to close for Christmas holiday

The Supreme Court will close at noon on Christmas Eve and be closed Christmas day. Twenty-two county courthouses will also close at noon on Dec. 24 and remain closed on Dec. 25, while thirty-one will be closed all day Dec. 24-25.

N.D. Attorney General opinion: Dec. 21

Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem has issued an opinion that individual members of a governing body may consult with staff members of a public entity without triggering the open meetings law.