North Dakota Code § 14-20-32

(508) Genetic testing when specimens not available
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1. Subject to subsection 2, if a genetic-testing specimen is not available from a man who 
may be the father of a child, for good cause and under circumstances the court 
considers to be just, the court may order the following individuals to submit specimens 
for genetic testing:
a. The parents of the man;
b. Brothers and sisters of the man;
c. Other children of the man and their mothers; and
d. Other relatives of the man necessary to complete genetic testing.
2. Issuance of an order under this section requires a finding that a need for genetic 
testing outweighs the legitimate interests of the individual sought to be tested.

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