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N.C. Gen. Stat. § 106-65-89 — NC Code / Chapter 106 / Section 106-65-89
§ 106-65.89. Agreements
Status: in_force

The Board may authorize the Department to enter into agreements with the certified organization, other state governments, the federal government and individual cotton growers as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Article.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 86B-28 — NC Code / Chapter 86B / Section 86B-28
§ 86B-28. Applicants licensed in other states
Status: in_force

(a) The Board shall issue, without examination, a license to applicants already licensed in another state provided the applicant presents evidence satisfactory to the Board that the following requirements are met:

(1) The applicant is currently an active, competent practitioner in good standing.

(2) The applicant has practiced at least one out of the five years immediately preceding his application.

(3) The applicant currently holds a valid license in another state.

(4) There is no disciplinary proceeding or unresolved complaint pending against the applicant at the time a license is to be issued by this State.

(5) The licensure requirements in the other state are the substantive equivalent of those required by this State.

(b) The requirements in subdivisions (1) or (5), or both, of subsection (a) of this section may be waived by the Board provided that the applicant presents evidence satisfactory to the Board that the applicant meets all of the following:

(1) Has met the licensure requirements of the state in which he or she received his or her license.

(2) Has at least five years practical experience.

(3) Demonstrates his or her knowledge of barbering skills and of the sanitary regulations in North Carolina by passing a practical, written or oral examination.

(c) Any license granted pursuant to this section is subject to the same duties and obligations and entitled to the same rights and privileges as a license issued under G.S. 86B-23 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 18B-102 — NC Code / Chapter 18B / Section 18B-102
§ 18B-102. Manufacture, sale, etc., forbidden except as expressly authorized
Status: in_force

(a) General Prohibition.--It shall be unlawful for any person to manufacture, sell, transport, import, deliver, furnish, purchase, consume, or possess any alcoholic beverages except as authorized by the ABC law.

(a1) Powdered Alcohol Prohibition.--It shall be unlawful for any person to manufacture, sell, transport, import, deliver, furnish, purchase, consume, or possess powdered alcohol.

(b) Violation a Class 1 Misdemeanor.--Unless a different punishment is otherwise expressly stated, any person who violates any provision of this Chapter shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. In addition the court may impose the provisions of G.S. 18B-202 and of G.S. 18B-503 , 18B-504 , and 18B-505 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-7-30 — NC Code / Chapter 14 / Section 14-7-30
§ 14-7.30. Verdict and judgment
Status: in_force

(a) When an indictment charges a person with a felony offense of breaking and entering as provided by this Article and an indictment also charges that the person is a status offender, the defendant shall be tried for the principal offense of breaking and entering as provided by law. The indictment that the person is a status offender shall not be revealed to the jury unless the jury shall find that the defendant is guilty of the principal felony offense of breaking and entering with which the defendant is charged.

(b) If the jury finds the defendant guilty of the felony offense of breaking and entering, the bill of indictment charging the defendant as a status offender may be presented to the same jury. Except that the same jury may be used, the proceedings shall be as if the issue of status offender were a principal charge.

(c) If the jury finds that the defendant is a status offender, the trial judge shall enter judgment according to the provisions of this Article. If the jury finds that the defendant is not a status offender, the trial judge shall pronounce judgment on the principal felony offense of breaking and entering as provided by law.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 48-1-109 — NC Code / Chapter 48 / Section 48-1-109
§ 48-1-109. Which agencies may prepare assessments and reports to the court
Status: in_force

(a) Except as authorized in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, only a county department of social services in this State or an agency licensed by the Department may prepare preplacement assessments pursuant to Article 3 of this Chapter or reports to the court pursuant to Article 2 of this Chapter.

(b) A preplacement assessment prepared in another state may be used in this State only if:

(1) The prospective adoptive parent resided in the state where it was prepared; and

(2) The person or entity that prepared it was authorized by the law of that state to gather the necessary information.

An assessment prepared in another state that does not meet the requirements of this section and G.S. 48-3-303(c) through (h) must be updated by a county department of social services in this State, an agency licensed by the Department, or a person or entity authorized to gather the necessary information pursuant to the laws of the state where the prospective adoptive parent resides before being used in this State.

(c) An order for a report to the court must be sent to a county department of social services in this State, an agency licensed by the Department, or a person or entity authorized to prepare home assessments for the purpose of adoption proceedings under the laws of the petitioner's state of residence. If the petitioner moves to a different state before the agency completes the report, the agency shall request a report from a person or entity authorized to prepare home assessments for the purpose of adoption proceedings under the laws of the petitioner's new state residence.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90C-35 — NC Code / Chapter 90C / Section 90C-35
§ 90C-35. Reports; immunity from suit
Status: in_force

Any person who has reasonable cause to suspect malpractice, misconduct, or incapacity of a person who is licensed pursuant to this Chapter or who has reasonable cause to suspect that any person is in violation of this Chapter should report the relevant facts to the Board. Upon receipt of a charge or upon its own initiative, the Board may give notice of an administrative hearing pursuant to Chapter 150B of the General Statutes or may, after diligent investigation, dismiss unfounded charges. Any person making a report pursuant to this section shall be immune from criminal prosecution or civil liability based on that report unless the person knew the report was false or acted in reckless disregard of whether or not the report was false.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 156-121 — NC Code / Chapter 156 / Section 156-121
§ 156-121. Redress to dissatisfied landowners
Status: in_force

Anyone owning land which has been reclassified by the board of viewers who is dissatisfied with their classification shall have the same redress as has heretofore been provided where divisions of classification have been made by a petition to the clerk or otherwise.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 145-28 — NC Code / Chapter 145 / Section 145-28
§ 145-28. State food festival
Status: in_force

The Lexington Barbecue Festival is adopted as the official food festival of the Piedmont Triad Region of the State of North Carolina.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 53C-3-6 — NC Code / Chapter 53C / Section 53C-3-6
§ 53C-3-6. Commission decision
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission shall consider the findings and order of the Commissioner, oral testimony, and any other information and evidence, either written or oral, that comes before it at the public hearing to review the Commissioner's approval of an application for a charter. The Commission may adjourn and reconvene the public hearing in unusual circumstances. The Commission shall affirm or reverse the Commissioner's order. The Commission may adopt the Commissioner's recommendation with respect to conditions for issuance of a charter, or it may modify the conditions recommended by the Commissioner. The Commission shall render its decision at the public hearing, unless unusual circumstances require postponement of the decision. The Commission's review shall be limited to a determination of whether the criteria set forth in G.S. 53C-3-4 have been met and whether the provisions of this Article have been followed.

(b) If the Commission denies an application for a charter or if the Commission approves an application with conditions not set forth in the Commissioner's approval, the applicant may appeal the denial or approval containing such conditions, as provided in G.S. 53C-2-6 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-365 — NC Code / Chapter 90 / Section 90-365
§ 90-365. Requirement of license
Status: reserved

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person who is not currently licensed under this Article to do any of the following:

(1) Repealed by S.L. 2018-91, § 12, eff. Oct. 1, 2018 .

(1a) Provide medical nutrition therapy.

(2) Use the title “dietitian/nutritionist” or “nutritionist.”

(3) Use the words “dietitian,” “nutritionist,” “licensed nutritionist,” or “licensed dietitian/nutritionist” or hold oneself out as a dietitian or nutritionist unless licensed under this Article.

(4) Use the letters “LD,” “LN,” or “LDN,” or any facsimile or combination in any words, letters, abbreviations, or insignia.

(5) To imply orally or in writing or indicate in any way that the person is a licensed dietitian/nutritionist or licensed nutritionist.

(b) Use of an earned, trademarked nutrition credential is not prohibited, but such use does not give the right to practice dietetics or nutrition or use the general titles of “dietitian/nutritionist” or “nutritionist” unless an individual is also licensed under this Article. Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, all of the following are permissible:

(1) An individual registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration has the right to use the title “Registered Dietitian” and “Registered Dietitian Nutritionist” and the designation “RD” or “RDN.”

(2) An individual certified by the Board of Certification of Nutrition Specialists has the right to use the title “Certified Nutrition Specialist” and the designation “CNS.”

(3) An individual certified by the American Clinical Board of Nutrition has the right to use the title “Diplomate, American Clinical Board of Nutrition” and the designation “DACBN.”
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 89E-18 — NC Code / Chapter 89E / Section 89E-18
§ 89E-18. Prohibitions; unlawful acts
Status: reserved

After the effective date of this Chapter:

(1) It shall be unlawful for any person other than a licensed geologist or a subordinate under his direction to prepare any geologic plans, reports or documents in which the performance is related to the public welfare or safeguarding of life, health, property or the environment.

(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to publicly practice, or offer to publicly practice, geology in this State as defined in the provisions of this Chapter, or to use in connection with his or her name or otherwise assume, or advertise any title or description tending to convey the impression that he or she is a licensed geologist, unless such person has been duly licensed or exempted under the provisions of this Chapter.

(3) After one year following the effective date of this act, it shall be unlawful for anyone other than a geologist licensed under this Chapter to stamp or seal any plans, plats, reports or other documents with the seal or stamp of a licensed geologist, or to use in any manner the title “Licensed Geologist” unless that person is licensed hereunder.

(4) It shall be unlawful for any person to affix his or her signature to or to stamp or seal any plans, plats, reports, or other documents after the licensing of the person named thereon has expired or has been suspended or revoked unless the license has been renewed or reissued.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143B-918 — NC Code / Chapter 143B / Section 143B-918
§ 143B-918. Transfer of personnel
Status: reserved

The Director of the State Bureau of Investigation shall have authority to transfer members of the Bureau from one locality in the State to another as he may deem necessary. When any member of the State Bureau of Investigation is transferred from one point to another for the convenience of the State, or otherwise than upon the request of the employee, the Bureau shall be responsible for transporting the household goods, furniture, and personal effects of the employee and members of his household.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 140A-6 — NC Code / Chapter 140A / Section 140A-6
§ 140A-6. Administration expense
Status: in_force

The expense of administering this Chapter shall be paid out of the Contingency and Emergency Fund subject to the approval of the Governor and Council of State.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 105-228-35 — NC Code / Chapter 105 / Section 105-228-35
§ 105-228.35. Administrative provisions
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in this Article, the provisions of Article 9 of this Chapter apply to this Article.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 95-134 — NC Code / Chapter 95 / Section 95-134
§ 95-134. Advisory Council
Status: in_force

(a) There is hereby established a State Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health consisting of 11 members, appointed by the Commissioner, composed of three representatives from management, three representatives from labor, four representatives of the public sector with knowledge of occupational safety and occupational health professions and one representative of the public sector with knowledge of migrant labor. The Commissioner shall designate one of the members from the public sector as chairman and all members of the State Advisory Council shall be selected insofar as possible upon the basis of their experience and competence in the field of occupational safety and health.

(b) The Council shall advise, consult with, and make recommendations to the Commissioner on matters relating to the administration of this Article. The Council shall hold no fewer than two meetings during each calendar year. All meetings of the Advisory Council shall be open to the public and a transcript shall be kept and made available for public inspection.

(c) The Director shall furnish to the Advisory Council such secretarial, clerical and other services as he deems necessary to conduct the business of the Advisory Council. The members of the Advisory Council shall be compensated for reasonable expenses incurred, including necessary time spent in traveling to and from their place of residence within the State to the place of meeting, and mileage and subsistence as allowed to State officials. The members of the Advisory Council shall be compensated in accordance with Chapter 138 of the General Statutes .

(d) In addition to its other duties, the Advisory Council shall assist the Commissioner in formulating and setting standards under the provisions of this Article. For this purpose the Commissioner may appoint persons qualified by experience and affiliation to present the viewpoint of the employers involved, persons similarly qualified to present the viewpoint of the workers involved, and some persons to represent the health and safety agencies of the State. The Commissioner for this purpose may include representatives or professional organizations of technicians or professionals specializing in occupational safety or health. Such persons appointed for temporary purposes may be paid such per diem and expenses of attending meetings as provided in Chapter 138 of the General Statutes .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 64-28 — NC Code / Chapter 64 / Section 64-28
§ 64-28. Reporting of complaints
Status: in_force

(a) Filing of Complaint.--Any person with a good faith belief that a violation of G.S. 64-26 or G.S. 143-133.3 has occurred may file a complaint with the Commissioner setting forth the basis for that belief. The complaint may be on a form prescribed by the Commissioner pursuant to G.S. 64-27 or may be made in any other form that gives the Commissioner information that is sufficient to proceed with an investigation pursuant to G.S. 64-29 . Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit the filing of anonymous complaints that are not submitted on a prescribed complaint form.

(b) False Statements a Misdemeanor.--A person who knowingly files a false or frivolous complaint under this section is guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 163-165-4C — NC Code / Chapter 163 / Section 163-165-4C
§ 163-165.4C. Prohibited voting systems
Status: in_force

A voting system that does not use or produce a ballot shall not be used in any referendum, primary, or other election as a means of voting or counting an official ballot.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-109 — NC Code / Chapter 90 / Section 90-109
§ 90-109. Licensing required
Status: in_force

A facility for drug treatment as defined in G.S. 122C-3(14) b. shall obtain the license required by Article 2 of Chapter 122C of the General Statutes permitting operation. Subject to rules governing the operation and licensing of these facilities set by the Commission for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services, the Department of Health and Human Services shall be responsible for issuing licenses. These licensing rules shall be consistent with the licensing rules adopted under Article 2 of Chapter 122C of the General Statutes.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 55-8-40 — NC Code / Chapter 55 / Section 55-8-40
§ 55-8-40. Officers
Status: in_force

(a) A corporation has the officers described in its bylaws or appointed by the board of directors in accordance with the bylaws.

(b) A duly appointed officer may appoint one or more officers or assistant officers if authorized by the bylaws or the board of directors.

(c) The secretary or any assistant secretary or any one or more other officers designated by the bylaws or the board of directors shall have the responsibility and authority to maintain and authenticate the records of the corporation.

(d) The same individual may simultaneously hold more than one office in a corporation, but no individual may act in more than one capacity where action of two or more officers is required.

(e) Whenever a specific office is referred to in this Chapter, it shall be deemed to include any individual who, alone or collectively with one or more other individuals, holds or occupies such office.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 54C-1 — NC Code / Chapter 54C / Section 54C-1
§ 54C-1. Title
Status: in_force

This Chapter shall be known and may be cited as “Savings Banks.”
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 54-149 — NC Code / Chapter 54 / Section 54-149
§ 54-149. Removal of officer or director
Status: in_force

Any member may bring charges against an officer or director by filing them in writing with the secretary of the association, together with a petition signed by ten percent (10%) of the members, requesting the removal of the officer or director in question. The removal shall be voted upon at the next regular or special meeting of the association, and by a vote of a majority of the members, the association may remove the officer or director and fill the vacancy. The director or officer against whom such charges have been brought shall be informed in writing of the charges previous to the meeting, and shall have an opportunity at the meeting to be heard in person or by counsel, and to present witnesses; and the person or persons bringing the charges against him shall have the same opportunity.

In case the bylaws provide for election of directors by districts, with primary elections in each district, then the petition for removal of a director must be signed by twenty percent (20%) of the members residing in the district from which he was elected. The board of directors must call a special meeting of the members residing in that district to consider the removal of the director. By a vote of the majority of that district, the director in question shall be removed from office: Provided, that this section shall not apply to directors appointed under subsection (b) of G.S. 54-146 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 53-318 — NC Code / Chapter 53 / Section 53-318
§ 53-318. Action on notice
Status: in_force

(a) The out-of-state trust institution may commence business in this State through the trust office on the sixty-first day following the date the Commissioner receives the notice described in G.S. 53-317 unless the Commissioner, within 60 days of receiving the notice:

(1) Specifies an earlier or later date for commencing business,

(2) Extends the period of review on a determination that the notice raises issues that require additional information or additional time for analysis; or

(3) Disapproves the proposed trust office.

(b) If the Commissioner gives a notification described in subdivision (2) of subsection (a) of this section, the out-of-state trust institution may establish the trust office only on approval by the Commissioner. The Commissioner may disapprove the proposed trust office if the Commissioner finds that the out-of-state trust institution lacks sufficient resources to undertake the proposed expansion without adversely affecting its safety or soundness or that the requirements of G.S. 53-315 or G.S. 53-316 have not been satisfied.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 153A-234 — NC Code / Chapter 153A / Section 153A-234
§ 153A-234. Fire marshal
Status: in_force

(a) A county may appoint a fire marshal and employ persons as his assistants. A county may also impose any duty that might be imposed on a fire marshal on any other officer or employee of the county. The board of commissioners shall set the duties of the fire marshal, which may include but are not limited to:

(1) Advising the board on improvements in the fire-fighting or fire prevention activities under the county's supervision or control.

(2) Coordinating fire-fighting and training activities under the county's supervision or control.

(3) Coordinating fire prevention activities under the county's supervision or control.

(4) Assisting incorporated volunteer fire departments in developing and improving their fire-fighting or fire prevention capabilities.

(5) Making fire prevention inspections, including the periodic inspections and reports of school buildings required by Chapter 115 and the inspections of child care facilities required by Chapter 110. A fire marshal shall not make electrical inspections unless he is qualified to do so under G.S. 153A-351 .

(b) The fire marshal shall obtain a criminal history record check of any person who applies for a paid or volunteer position with the fire department. The criminal history record check shall be conducted and evaluated as provided in G.S. 143B-943 .
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 25-4-101 — NC Code / Chapter 25 / Section 25-4-101
§ 25-4-101. Short title
Status: in_force

This Article may be cited as Uniform Commercial Code -- Bank Deposits and Collections.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-113-21A — NC Code / Chapter 14 / Section 14-113-21A
§ 14-113.21A. Investigation of offenses
Status: in_force

(a) A person who has learned or reasonably suspects that the person has been the victim of identity theft may contact the local law enforcement agency that has jurisdiction over the person's actual residence. Notwithstanding the fact that jurisdiction may lie elsewhere for investigation and prosecution of a crime of identity theft, the local law enforcement agency may take the complaint, issue an incident report, and provide the complainant with a copy of the report and may refer the report to a law enforcement agency in that different jurisdiction.

(b) Nothing in this section interferes with the discretion of a local law enforcement agency to allocate resources for investigations of crimes. A complaint filed or report issued under this section is not required to be counted as an open case for purposes of compiling open case statistics.