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1. What animals are prohibited in Minot?

You may not have Pit Bulls or a Pit Bull mix, farm animals, snakes, monkeys, or wildlife. See City of Minot Ordinances for a more exhaustive list – Chapter 7 Article I Section 7-5 and Article II Section 7-34.

2. What is the noise ordinance in Minot?

Generally speaking, it is unlawful for any person to make any loud, unnecessary or unusual noise or any noise which either annoys, disturbs, injures, or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace or safety of others. This applies to all hours of the day. For a more comprehensive list please refer to City of Minot Ordinances – Chapter 23 Article VI Sections 23-106 through 23-111.

3. How do I obtain a concealed weapons permit?

Please refer to the ND Attorney General website ( www.ag.nd.gov ) for information.

4. What is the number for the jail?

(701) 857-6530

5. Where can I get my fingerprints taken?

AAA Fingerprinting

AAA Fingerprinting has moved to 1602 4th Ave NW Suite B, Minot, ND 58703. Located in Carrie Francis Law Office. Across the street from Adult Learning Center and Loaf n Jug. On the corner of 4th Ave NW and 16th Street NW. Effective September 9^th, 2017!

If you bring your own applicant card(s) - $10.00/card. If you need to use my applicant card (s), you will be charged $1.00/card in addition to the $10.00/card printing charge. Must provide a government issued photo ID. (driver's license, passport, etc.)

* Most people require two sets of prints (2 cards). One card for the FBI and one card for the BCI. No checks, no credit cards, please bring exact cash. Fees are subject to change

** Visit the website below to view the most current information.

Fingerprinting Days, Times and Costs: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00pm - 6:00PM

**AAA Fingerprinting will NOT be open on holidays unless otherwise specified.

Point of Contact: Val Potter

Address: 1602 4th Ave NW Suite B, Minot, ND 58703

Phone: 701-509-8491

Website:
aaafingerprintingminot.com

6. What is the number for Municipal Court?

(701) 857-4759

7. What is the number for District Court?

(701) 857-6600

8. What is the number for the Motor Vehicle Department?

The local office number is (701) 857-8221. They are located at the Arrowhead Mall – 1600 2nd Ave SW in Minot. The Bismarck office number is (701) 328-2725.

9. What is the number for the Driver’s License Division?

The local office number is (701) 857-7624. They are located at the Arrowhead Mall - 1600 2nd Ave SW in Minot. The Bismarck office number is (701) 328-2600.

10. How many pets are you allowed to have in the City of Minot?

You are allowed to have ten pets in the City of Minot, but only four of that total may be cats, dogs, or a combination of cats and dogs.

11. Are Pit Bulls allowed in Minot?

No Pit Bulls or Pit Bull mix are allowed in the City of Minot.

12. When is the Animal Control Officer available to help me with an animal related issue?

Animal Control Officers are on duty Mondays & Saturdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm. 701-857-9850

13. How do I get a restraining or protection order?

For a protection order against a family member, household member, or someone with whom there has been an intimate relationship contact the Domestic Violence Crisis Center at (701) 852-2258. For a disorderly conduct restraining order contact the Ward County State’s Attorney’s Office at (701) 857-6480 for an application. Fees do apply for disorderly conduct restraining orders.

14. What is the process for an involuntary committal?

An individual may petition the court for an involuntary committal for a family member or friend who is chemically dependent or mentally ill and is considered to be a danger to themselves or others. The petitioner must be able to provide specific facts to support their concerns and the names of witnesses who can also attest to the concerns or behaviors noted in the petition. Petition forms and more detailed instructions can be obtained from the Ward County State’s Attorney’s Office at (701) 857-6480. If the petition is granted, a law enforcement officer will serve the order on the individual and see that they are transported to a treatment facility.