State Laws
Whether you’re lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or straight-supportive, your state’s laws probably have a major impact on your life. State laws govern everything from the legal status of relationships between same-sex partners to the ability of transgender people to list their correct gender identity on their birth certificates. The Human Rights Campaign works with state leaders to advance the rights of LGBT people across the nation, from Alabama to Wyoming.
Here you can learn about the current laws affecting LGBT issues in your state, as well as state legislation — upcoming bills that could change the way you live. You can also learn more about what’s going on in your state and find out about local news, elections and volunteer opportunities.
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North Carolina Non-Discrimination Law
North Carolina law does not address discrimination based on gender identity or sexual orientation
North Carolina School Laws
North Carolina law addresses school issues relating to sexual orientation and gender identity.
North Carolina Sodomy Law
The North Carolina sodomy law was struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court on June 26, 2003, as a result of the Court’s decision in Lawrence v. Texas.
North Carolina Surrogacy Law
North Carolina has no laws directly regarding surrogacy; however, other laws appear to allow surrogacy arrangements that do not include payment beyond the surrogate’s medical and related expenses. The issue of surrogacy agreements involving lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) individuals has not yet been considered by the courts.
North Dakota Adoption Law
North Dakota Birth Certificate Law: Gender Identity Issues
North Dakota permits post-operative transsexuals to amend their sex on their birth certificates.
North Dakota Custody and Visitation Law
North Dakota courts typically will not consider a parent’s sexual orientation in custody and visitation determinations unless it is shown to adversely affect or harm the children. There are no published cases dealing with transgender parents or same-sex co-parents.
North Dakota Donor Insemination Law
North Dakota law appears to permit unmarried women to undergo donor insemination.
North Dakota Hate Crimes Law
State law does not address hate crimes based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
North Dakota Healthcare Laws
State healthcare laws relating to the LGBT community in the areas of medical decision making and hospital visitation.
