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N.C. Gen. Stat. § 68-18 — NC Code / Chapter 68 / Section 68-18
§ 68-18. Notice and demand when owner known
Status: in_force

If the owner of impounded livestock is or becomes known to the impounder, actual notice of the whereabouts of the impounded livestock must be immediately given to the owner and the impounder must then make demand upon the owner of the livestock for the costs of impoundment and the damages to the impounder, if any, caused by such livestock.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143B-345 — NC Code / Chapter 143B / Section 143B-345
§ 143B-345. Department of Transportation--creation
Status: in_force

There is hereby created and established a department to be known as the “Department of Transportation” with the organization, powers, and duties defined in Article 1 of Chapter 143B, except as modified in this Article.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 77-50 — NC Code / Chapter 77 / Section 77-50
§ 77-50. Definitions
Status: in_force

For purposes of this Article:

(1) “Boards” means the Boards of Commissioners of Davidson and Rowan Counties.

(2) “Commission” means the High Rock Lake Marine Commission or its governing board, as the case may be.

(3) “Commissioner” means a member of the governing board of the High Rock Lake Marine Commission.

(4) High Rock Reservoir, known for purposes of this Article as “High Rock Lake”, means the impounded body of water along the Yadkin River in the two counties extending from High Rock Dam, located at mile 253 on the Yadkin River, upstream approximately 19 miles.

(5) “Joint ordinance” means an ordinance substantially identical in content adopted separately by the board in each of the two counties.

(6) “Shoreline area” means, except as restricted by a joint ordinance, the area within the two counties lying within 500 feet of the normal full pool elevation of 655 (Yadkin, Inc. datum) on High Rock Lake. In addition, the shoreline area shall include all islands within High Rock Lake and all peninsulas extending into the waters of High Rock Lake.

(7) “Two counties” means Davidson and Rowan Counties.

(8) “Wildlife Commission” means the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-95-4 — NC Code / Chapter 90 / Section 90-95-4
§ 90-95.4. Employing or intentionally using minor to commit a drug law violation
Status: in_force

(a) A person who is at least 18 years old but less than 21 years old who hires or intentionally uses a minor to violate G.S. 90-95(a)(1) shall be guilty of a felony. An offense under this subsection shall be punishable as follows:

(1) If the minor was more than 13 years of age, then as a felony that is one class more severe than the violation of G.S. 90-95(a)(1) for which the minor was hired or intentionally used.

(2) If the minor was 13 years of age or younger, then as a felony that is two classes more severe than the violation of G.S. 90-95(a)(1) for which the minor was hired or intentionally used.

(b) A person 21 years of age or older who hires or intentionally uses a minor to violate G.S. 90-95(a)(1) shall be guilty of a felony. An offense under this subsection shall be punishable as follows:

(1) If the minor was more than 13 years of age, then as a felony that is three classes more severe than the violation of G.S. 90-95(a)(1) for which the minor was hired or intentionally used.

(2) If the minor was 13 years of age or younger, then as a felony that is four classes more severe than the violation of G.S. 90-95(a)(1) for which the minor was hired or intentionally used.

(c) Mistake of Age.--Mistake of age is not a defense to a prosecution under this section.

(d) The term “ minor ” as used in this section is defined as an individual who is less than 18 years of age.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 106-323 — NC Code / Chapter 106 / Section 106-323
§ 106-323. State to pay part of value of animals killed on account of disease; purchase by State of animals exposed to certain diseases
Status: in_force

If it appears to be necessary for the control or eradication of Bang's disease and tuberculosis and paratuberculosis in cattle, or glanders in horses and mules, to destroy such animals affected with such diseases and to compensate owners for loss thereof, the State Veterinarian is authorized, within his discretion, to agree on the part of the State, in the case of cattle destroyed for Bang's disease and tuberculosis, and paratuberculosis to pay one third of the difference between the appraised value of each animal so destroyed and the value of the salvage thereof: Provided, that in no case shall any payment by the State be more than twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for any grade animal nor more than one hundred dollars ($100.00) for any purebred animal; provided further, that the State indemnity shall not be in excess of the indemnity payments made by the federal government. In the case of horses or mules destroyed for glanders, to pay one half of the appraised value, said half not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00).

The State Veterinarian is also authorized, in his discretion, and subject to the maximum payment hereinabove provided, to purchase in the name of the State, cattle which have been exposed to Bang's disease, tuberculosis or paratuberculosis and horses and mules which have been exposed to glanders.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-189 — NC Code / Chapter 130A / Section 130A-189
§ 130A-189. Rabies vaccination certificates
Status: in_force

A person who administers a rabies vaccine shall complete a rabies vaccination certificate. The Commission shall adopt rules specifying the information that must be included on the certificate. An original rabies vaccination certificate shall be given to the owner of the animal that receives the rabies vaccine. A copy of the rabies vaccination certificate shall be retained by the licensed veterinarian or the certified rabies vaccinator. A copy shall also be given to the county agency responsible for animal control, provided the information given to the county agency shall not be used for commercial purposes.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 116B-61 — NC Code / Chapter 116B / Section 116B-61
§ 116B-61. Payment or delivery of abandoned property
Status: in_force

(a) Upon filing the report required by G.S. 116B-60 , the holder of property presumed abandoned shall pay, deliver, or cause to be paid or delivered to the Treasurer the property described in the report, but if the property is an automatically renewable deposit, and a penalty or forfeiture in the payment of interest would result, the time for compliance is extended to the next filing and delivery date at which a penalty or forfeiture would no longer result.

(b) If the property reported to the Treasurer is a security or security entitlement under Article 8 of Chapter 25 of the General Statutes , the Treasurer is an appropriate person to make an indorsement, instruction, or entitlement order on behalf of the apparent owner to invoke the duty of the issuer or its transfer agent or the securities intermediary to transfer or dispose of the security or the security entitlement in accordance with Article 8 of Chapter 25 of the General Statutes .

(c) If the holder of property reported to the Treasurer is the issuer of a certificated security, the Treasurer has the right to obtain a replacement certificate pursuant to G.S. 25-8-405 , but an indemnity bond is not required.

(d) An issuer, the holder, and any transfer agent or other person acting pursuant to the instructions of and on behalf of the issuer or holder in accordance with this section is not liable to the apparent owner and must be indemnified against claims of any person in accordance with G.S. 116B-63 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 58-33-75 — NC Code / Chapter 58 / Section 58-33-75
§ 58-33-75. Twisting with respect to insurance policies; penalties
Status: in_force

No licensee shall make or issue, or cause to be issued, any written or oral statement that willfully misrepresents or willfully makes an incomplete comparison as to the terms, conditions, or benefits contained in any policy of insurance for the purpose of inducing or attempting to induce a policyholder in any way to terminate or surrender, exchange, or convert any insurance policy. Any person who violates this section is subject to the provisions of G.S. 58-2-70 and G.S. 58-33-46 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 58-15-50 — NC Code / Chapter 58 / Section 58-15-50
§ 58-15-50. Contracts and property
Status: in_force

A reciprocal may enter into contracts and acquire, hold title to, and convey property in its business name. All contracts of a reciprocal, including its insurance contracts, shall be executed on behalf of the reciprocal by the attorney of the reciprocal.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 35A-1217 — NC Code / Chapter 35A / Section 35A-1217
§ 35A-1217. Appointment of guardian ad litem for incompetent ward
Status: in_force

The clerk shall appoint a guardian ad litem to represent a ward in a proceeding under this Subchapter if the ward has been adjudicated incompetent under Subchapter I and the clerk determines that the ward's interests are not adequately represented. Appointment and discharge of the guardian ad litem shall be in accordance with rules adopted by the Office of Indigent Defense Services. Nothing herein shall affect the ward's right to retain counsel of his or her own choice.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 166A-19-14 — NC Code / Chapter 166A / Section 166A-19-14
§ 166A-19.14. Priority consideration of North Carolina-based companies when addressing public health emergencies; NC 2-1-1 system
Status: in_force

(a) Priority Consideration.--During a public health emergency, the Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management within the Department of Public Safety shall first consider North Carolina-based companies that can provide mobile response units with capabilities to reach rural areas of the State. Operations that shall be considered include patient testing or sample collections, feeding operations, triage facilities, and other operations where it is necessary to deliver mobile services to individuals.

(b) NC 2-1-1 Cooperation.--In response to disaster declarations or declared states of emergency, the Division and all other responding and coordinating State agencies shall first consult with the nonprofit organization or other entity operating the NC 2-1-1 system and consider using the NC 2-1-1 system when planning any new or expanded customer service, awareness, education, or other assistance initiative, campaign, or program involving telephonic or text communications to individuals in the State affected by the disaster declaration or declared state of emergency. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to mandate any State agency use of the NC 2-1-1 system for these purposes.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 126-81 — NC Code / Chapter 126 / Section 126-81
§ 126-81. Definitions
Status: in_force

The following definitions apply in this Article:

(1) Period of war .--World War I (April 16, 1917, through November 11, 1918), World War II (December 7, 1941, through December 31, 1946), the Korean Conflict (June 27, 1950, through January 31, 1955), the period of time between January 31, 1955, and the end of the hostilities in Vietnam (May 7, 1975), or any other campaign, expedition, or engagement for which a campaign badge or medal is authorized by the United States Department of Defense.

(2) Veteran .--A person who served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty, for reasons other than training, and has been discharged under other than dishonorable conditions.

(3) Eligible veteran .--Any of the following:

a. A veteran who served during a period of war.

b. The spouse of a disabled veteran.

c. The surviving spouse or dependent of a veteran who dies on active duty during a period of war either directly or indirectly as a result of such service.

d. A veteran who suffered a service-connected disability during peacetime.

e. The spouse of a veteran described in sub-subdivision d. of this subdivision.

f. The surviving spouse or dependent of a person who served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty, for reasons other than training, who died for service-related reasons during peacetime.

(4) Eligible member of the National Guard.--Any of the following:

a. A resident of North Carolina who is a current member in good standing of either the North Carolina Army National Guard or the North Carolina Air National Guard.

b. A resident of North Carolina who is a former member of either the North Carolina Army National Guard or the North Carolina Air National Guard, whose discharge is under honorable conditions with a minimum of six years of creditable service.

c. The surviving spouse and dependent of a member of the North Carolina Army National Guard or the North Carolina Air National Guard who dies on State active duty either directly or indirectly as a result of that service.

d. The surviving spouse or dependent of a member of the North Carolina National Guard who died for service-related reasons during peacetime.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 105-129 — NC Code / Chapter 105 / Section 105-129
§ 105-129. Extension of time for filing returns
Status: in_force

A return required by this Article is due on or before the date set in this Article. A taxpayer may ask the Secretary for an extension of time to file a return under G.S. 105-263 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 125-11-11 — NC Code / Chapter 125 / Section 125-11-11
§ 125-11.11. Advisory Committee
Status: in_force

The Secretary of Natural and Cultural Resources may appoint an advisory committee of State officials and depository librarians to review and advise on the operation of the depository system.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-739 — NC Code / Chapter 90 / Section 90-739
§ 90-739. Renewal of license
Status: in_force

(a) A license shall be granted under this Article for the period of two years.

(b) The Board shall renew a license granted under this Article upon completion of the following:

(1) Proof of completion of any continuing education required by the certifying entity.

(2) Payment of the renewal fee.

(3) Evidence of active certification by the certifying entity.

(4) For licensed assistant behavior analysts, evidence of the ongoing arrangement for supervision by a licensed behavior analyst, as required by G.S. 90-738 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143B-181-6 — NC Code / Chapter 143B / Section 143B-181-6
§ 143B-181.6. Purpose and intent
Status: in_force

The development and implementation of policies for long-term services and supports should reflect the intent of the North Carolina General Assembly as follows:

(1) Long-term services and supports administered by the Department of Health and Human Services and other State and local agencies shall include a balanced array of health, social, and supportive services that are well coordinated to promote individual choice, dignity, and the highest practicable level of independence.

(2) Home and community-based services shall be developed, expanded, or maintained in order to meet the needs of consumers in the least confusing and least restrictive manner. Services should be based on the desires of older adults, persons with disabilities, their families, and others that support them.

(3) All services shall be responsive and appropriate to individual need and shall be delivered through a uniform and seamless system that is flexible and responsive regardless of funding source. Information and services shall be available through the effective use of Community Resource Connections for Aging and Disabilities as they are developed throughout the State.

(4) Services shall be available to all persons who need them, but shall be targeted primarily to those citizens who are the most frail and those with the greatest need.

(5) State and local agencies shall maximize the use of limited resources by establishing a fee system for persons who have the ability to pay.

(6) Care provided in facilities shall be offered in such a manner and in such an environment as to promote for each resident, maintenance of health, enhancement of the quality of life, and timely discharge to a less restrictive care setting when appropriate.

(7) State health planning for institutional bed supply shall take into account increased availability of home and community-based services options.

(8) In an effort to maximize the use of limited resources, State and local agencies shall invest in supports for families and other informal caregivers of persons requiring assistance.

(9) Emphasis shall be placed on offering evidence-based activities to promote healthy aging, prevent injuries, and manage chronic diseases and conditions.

(10) Individuals and families shall be encouraged and supported in planning for and financing their own future needs for long-term services and supports.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143-291-3 — NC Code / Chapter 143 / Section 143-291-3
§ 143-291.3. Counterclaims by State
Status: in_force

The filing of a claim under this Article shall constitute consent by the plaintiff to the jurisdiction of the Industrial Commission to hear and determine any counterclaim of the maximum amount authorized for a claim in G.S. 143-299.2 or less that may be filed on behalf of a State department, institution or agency, or a county or city board of education. A final award of the Industrial Commission awarding damages on a counterclaim shall be filed with the clerk of the superior court of the county where the case was heard. These awards shall be docketed and shall be enforceable in the same manner as judgments of the General Court of Justice. Notwithstanding the provisions of Rule 12 of the Rules of Civil Procedure , nothing in this section shall require the filing of a counterclaim.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 120-70-51 — NC Code / Chapter 120 / Section 120-70-51
§ 120-70.51. Purpose and powers of Committee
Status: in_force

(a) The Joint Legislative Transportation Oversight Committee may:

(1) Review reports prepared by the Department of Transportation or any other agency of State government related, in any manner, to transportation, when those reports are required by any law.

(2) Monitor the funds deposited in and expenditures from the North Carolina Highway Trust Fund, the Highway Fund, the General Fund, or any other fund when those expenditures are related, in any manner, to transportation.

(3) Determine whether funds related, in any manner, to transportation are being spent in accordance with law.

(4) Determine whether any revisions are needed in the funding for a program for which funds in the Trust Fund, the Highway Fund, the General Fund, or any other fund when those expenditures are related, in any manner, to transportation may be used, including revisions needed to meet any statutory timetable or program.

(4a) Examine the importance of railroads and railroad infrastructure improvements to economic development in North Carolina, including improvements to short-line railroads.

(4b) Study issues important to the future of passenger and freight rail service in North Carolina.

(4c) Determine methods to expedite property disputes between railroads and private landowners.

(4d) Study all aspects of the operation, structure, management, and long-range plans of the North Carolina Railroad.

(5) Report to the General Assembly at the beginning of each regular session concerning its determinations of needed changes in the funding or operation of programs related, in any manner, to transportation.

(b) The Committee may make interim reports to the General Assembly on matters for which it may report to a regular session of the General Assembly. A report to the General Assembly may contain any legislation needed to implement a recommendation of the Committee.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-302 — NC Code / Chapter 14 / Section 14-302
§ 14-302. Punchboards, vending machines, and other gambling devices; separate offenses
Status: in_force

It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to operate or keep in his possession, or the possession of any other person, firm or corporation, for the purpose of being operated, any punchboard, slot machine or device where the user may become entitled to receive any money, credit, allowance, or any thing of value, as defined in G.S. 14-306 . Each time said punchboard, slot machine or device where the user may become entitled to receive any money, credit, allowance, or any thing of value, as defined in G.S. 14-306 is operated, played, or patronized by the paying of money or other thing of value therefor, shall constitute a separate violation of this section as to operation thereunder.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 58-10-455 — NC Code / Chapter 58 / Section 58-10-455
§ 58-10-455. Taxation
Status: in_force

A captive insurance company is taxed in accordance with Article 8B of Chapter 105 of the General Statutes .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143B-1300 — NC Code / Chapter 143B / Section 143B-1300
§ 143B-1300. Report and budget
Status: in_force

(a) The Assistant Secretary for Veterans Affairs shall report annually to the Secretary of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on General Government on the activities of the State Veterans Homes Program. This report shall contain an accounting of all monies received and expended, statistics on residents in the homes during the year, recommendations to the Secretary, the Governor, and the General Assembly as to the program, and such other matters as may be deemed pertinent.

(b) The Assistant Secretary for Veterans Affairs, with the approval of the Veterans’ Affairs Commission, shall compile an annual budget request for any State funding needed for the anticipated costs of the homes, which shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. State appropriated funds for operational needs shall be made available only in the event that other sources are insufficient to cover essential operating costs.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 119-46 — NC Code / Chapter 119 / Section 119-46
§ 119-46. Charges for analysis of samples
Status: in_force

The Secretary of Revenue is hereby authorized to fix and collect such charges as he may deem adequate and reasonable for any analysis made by the Gasoline and Oil Inspection Division of any sample submitted by any person, firm, association or corporation other than samples submitted by the gasoline and oil inspectors in the performance of the duties required of said inspectors under this Article: Provided, however, that no charge shall be made for the analysis of any sample submitted by any municipal, county, State or federal official when the results of such analyses are necessary for the performance of his official duties. All moneys collected for such analyses shall be paid into the State treasury to the credit of the Gasoline and Oil Inspection Fund.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 54-52 — NC Code / Chapter 54 / Section 54-52
§ 54-52. Organization
Status: in_force

The incorporators at their first annual meeting shall elect by ballot from their number a board of trustees of not less than six members who shall adopt a code of bylaws and a plan of organization approved by the Commissioner of Agriculture and the Commissioner of Banks.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143-160 — NC Code / Chapter 143 / Section 143-160
§ 143-160. Conduct of investigation
Status: in_force

Whenever called upon and requested by the Governor as set out in G.S. 143-159 , the Attorney General shall conduct such investigation at such reasonable time and place as may be determined by him. He shall have power to issue subpoenas, administer oaths, compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of papers necessary and material in such investigation. All subpoenas issued by him shall be served by the sheriff or other officer of any county to which they may be directed. Parties interested in such investigation may appear at the hearing and be represented by counsel, who shall have the right to examine or cross-examine witnesses.

All persons subpoenaed to attend any hearing before the Attorney General shall, for a failure so to attend and testify, be subject to the same penalties as prescribed by law for such failure in the superior court.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 84-25 — NC Code / Chapter 84 / Section 84-25
§ 84-25. Fees of applicants
Status: in_force

All applicants before the Board of Law Examiners shall pay such fees as prescribed under the rules of said Board as may be promulgated under G.S. 84-21 and 84-24 .