Criminal Defense in North Dakota

North Dakota ( ND)
Average: $6,000
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$1,500
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$6,000
Typical Criminal Defense Case
High Estimate
$28,000
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $150/hr $225/hr $375/hr
Total Cost Estimate $1,500 $6,000 $28,000

What to Know About Criminal Defense Costs in North Dakota

ND classifies felonies Classes AA-C and misdemeanors Classes A-B. Defense costs among the lowest nationally.

Sources: State criminal code, Clio Legal Trends 2025, State Bar Association (ND)

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