Are non-competes enforceable in North Dakota?

Generally no — N.D.C.C. § 9-08-06 voids most non-compete agreements.

Is North Dakota a right-to-work state?

Yes — under N.D.C.C. § 34-01-14.

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North Dakota legal context

North Dakota is an at-will employment state and a right-to-work state. The North Dakota Human Rights Act (N.D.C.C. §§ 14-02.4-01 et seq.) prohibits employment discrimination. Like California and Montana, North Dakota broadly voids non-competes under N.D.C.C. § 9-08-06.

Key ND statutes

North Dakota Human Rights Act
N.D.C.C. §§ 14-02.4-01–14-02.4-23
Prohibits employment discrimination.
Right-to-Work
N.D.C.C. § 34-01-14
Mandatory union membership prohibited.
Restraint of Trade Prohibition
N.D.C.C. § 9-08-06
Voids most non-compete agreements.

North Dakota-specific considerations

At-Will Default
Termination at any time for any lawful reason.
Right-to-Work
Mandatory union membership prohibited.
Broad Non-Compete Ban
Most non-competes void under § 9-08-06.
NDHRA Discrimination Coverage
North Dakota Human Rights Act covers most protected characteristics.