1. A person may not operate an accreditation mill in North Dakota.
2. As used in this section:
a. "Accreditation mill" means an accrediting entity that is not recognized by the United States department of education, the state board of higher education, or the state board for career and technical education.
b. "Operate" includes to use an address, telephone number, facsimile number, or other contact point located in North Dakota.
3. A person that violates this section is guilty of a class C felony.