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Key Facts: ND POST Exam
~75%
Pass Rate
Estimated
70%
Passing Score
ND POST Board
100
Practice Questions
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2 hrs
Exam Duration
ND POST Board
The ND POST exam has 100 questions in 2 hours, requiring 70% to pass. Covers North Dakota criminal law under NDCC Title 12.1, constitutional law, patrol operations, use of force, and professional policing standards.
About the ND POST Exam
The North Dakota POST exam is required for all peace officer candidates in North Dakota. It covers North Dakota criminal law under the North Dakota Century Code (NDCC Title 12.1), constitutional procedures, patrol operations, use of force, and professional standards as mandated by the ND POST Board.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$50 (North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (ND POST))
ND POST Exam Content Outline
North Dakota Criminal Law
North Dakota Century Code Title 12.1, elements of crimes, felony and misdemeanor classifications, defenses, and sentencing under ND law
Constitutional Law & Procedure
Search and seizure, Miranda, arrest procedures, warrants, and due process as applied in North Dakota courts
Patrol & Traffic Operations
Traffic stops, DUI enforcement under NDCC 39-08-01, accident investigation, and patrol techniques in rural North Dakota
Use of Force & Defensive Tactics
Force continuum, de-escalation, deadly force standards under North Dakota law, and less-lethal options
Professional Standards
Ethics, community policing, report writing, cultural awareness, and officer conduct per ND POST Board standards
How to Pass the ND POST Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam fee: $50
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ND POST passing score?
The North Dakota POST exam requires a minimum score of 70% to pass. Candidates must demonstrate competency across all tested subject areas including North Dakota criminal law and patrol procedures.
How hard is the North Dakota peace officer exam?
The ND POST exam is considered moderately difficult. It requires thorough knowledge of the North Dakota Century Code, particularly Title 12.1 covering criminal offenses, as well as constitutional law and patrol operations. Most candidates who complete academy training pass on their first attempt.
What are the prerequisites for the ND POST exam?
Candidates must complete a North Dakota POST Board-approved basic law enforcement training academy. Additional requirements include being at least 20 years old, having a high school diploma or GED, passing a background check, medical examination, psychological evaluation, and physical fitness test.
Does North Dakota have unique jurisdictional considerations?
Yes. North Dakota has significant tribal reservation lands, oil field areas with transient populations, and shares an international border with Canada. Officers must understand jurisdictional boundaries, tribal law enforcement cooperation, and federal/state coordination on these issues.