BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — The trial in the case of T.D. v. Wrigley will be starting in Burleigh County on Monday, January 27. This is a pivotal moment in the fight for the constitutional rights of transgender and nonbinary young people, challenging the state's sweeping 2023 ban on gender-affirming care. "This trial is about standing up for the fundamental rights of all North Dakota youth and their families," said Senior Staff Attorney at Gender Justice and Lead Attorney for the Plaintiffs, Brittany Stewart. "The North Dakota Constitution protects every individual's freedom to make private medical decisions without unnecessary government intrusion, regardless of their gender identity. We are confident that when the court hears the overwhelming evidence of harm caused by this unconstitutional law, it will act to restore those rights." Three North Dakota families are being represented by Gender Justice, the Lawyering Project, and Ciresi Conlin LLP to argue that the law singles out transgender youth for unequal treatment and violates families' ability to make private decisions. Red No. 3 banned in food, drugs by the FDA Hormone therapy and puberty blockers are legal for non-transgender youth, but the law criminalizes doctors who provide the same care to transgender patients. "This case is about more than health care — it's about whether North Dakotans can live free from government overreach," said Senior Counsel at the Lawyering Project, Tanya Pellegrini. "Laws like this set a dangerous precedent, clearing the way for government interference in deeply personal decisions. Politicians should not be in the business of deciding what's best for families." Since the law's passage, youth and families have been experiencing emotional, psychological, and financial harm, as some families have to travel up to seven hours round trip for doctor visits, and others live in fear of losing access to transformative care. Medical organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association support gender-affirming care as safe, effective, and life-saving. As the trial happens, the plaintiffs want to shed light on the harm that's caused by the law, while also reinforcing the constitutional principles. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Today's Top Stories SIGN UP NOW