Legal
If you are in danger now, call 911
You can talk with an advocate any time. It is free and private, and they can help you make a safety plan.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233
- 911Emergency
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineCall 988
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineText 988
If someone checks your phone, use a private window or a safer device.
Ask about it
If it is safe to type, tell us what is going on. Use a private browser window on a device the other person cannot check.
Programs in North Dakota
North Dakota programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
North Dakota Health and Human Services
Domestic Violence Services
HHS provides information and connections to services for people affected by domestic violence.
Ways to apply:Phone
Checked on October 8, 2026
Free legal help in North Dakota
Legal aid groups funded by the Legal Services Corporation give free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, to people with low incomes.
- Legal Services of North Dakota
Serves the whole state
Call 800-634-5263Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Talk to a person
- FirstLink 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988