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NC Gen Stat § 90D-12 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90D - Interpreters and Transliterators|§ 90D-12 - Disciplinary action.

 90D-12. Disciplinary action.The Board may deny, suspend, revoke, or refuse to license an interpreter or transliterator or applicant for any of the following:(1) Giving false information to or withholding information from the Board in procuring or attempting to procure a license.(2) Having been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to a crime that indicates the person is unfit or incompetent to perform interpreter or transliterator services or that indicates the person has deceived or defrauded the public.(3) Having been disciplined by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., (RID).(4) Demonstrating gross negligence, incompetency, or misconduct in performing interpreter or transliterator services.(5) Failing to pay child support after having been ordered to do so by a court of competent jurisdiction.(6) Willfully violating any provisions of this Chapter or rules adopted by the Board. (2002-182, s. 1; 2003-56, s. 3.)
NC Gen Stat § 90D-13 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90D - Interpreters and Transliterators|§ 90D-13 - Injunctive relief.

 90D-13. Injunctive relief.If the Board finds that a person who does not have a license issued under this Chapter claims to be a licensed interpreter or transliterator or is engaging in practice as an interpreter or transliterator in violation of this Chapter, the Board may apply in its own name to the superior court for a temporary restraining order or other injunctive relief to prevent the person from continuing illegal practices. The action may be brought in the county where the illegal or unlawful acts are alleged to have been committed, in the county where the defendant resides, or in the county where the Board maintains its offices and records. The court may grant injunctions regardless of whether criminal prosecution or other action has been or may be instituted as a result of a violation. (2002-182, s. 1; 2003-56, s. 3.)
NC Gen Stat § 90D-14 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90D - Interpreters and Transliterators|§ 90D-14 - Civil penalties.

 90D-14. Civil penalties.(a) Authority to Assess Civil Penalties. - The Board may assess a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) for the violation of any section of this Chapter or any rules adopted by the Board. The clear proceeds of any civil penalty assessed under this section shall be remitted to the Civil Penalty and Forfeiture Fund in accordance with G.S. 115C-457.2.(b) Consideration Factors. - Before imposing and assessing a civil penalty, the Board shall consider the following factors:(1) The nature, gravity, and persistence of the particular violation.(2) The appropriateness of the imposition of a civil penalty when considered alone or in combination with other punishment.(3) Whether the violation was willful and malicious.(4) Any other factors that would tend to mitigate or aggravate the violations found to exist.(c) Schedule of Civil Penalties. - The Board shall establish a schedule of civil penalties for violations of this Chapter or rules adopted by the Board.(d) Costs. - The Board may assess the costs of disciplinary actions against a person found to be in violation of this Chapter or rules adopted by the Board. (2005-299, s. 4.)
NC Gen Stat § 91A-1 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-1 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-1: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-2 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-2 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-2: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-3 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-3 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-3: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-4 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-4 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-4: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-5 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-5 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-5: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-6 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-6 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-6: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-7 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-7 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-7: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-7.1 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-7.1 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-7.1: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-8 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-8 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-8: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-9 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-9 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-9: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-10 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-10 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-10: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-11 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-11 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-11: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-12 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-12 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-12: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-13 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-13 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-13: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 91A-14 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 91A - Pawnbrokers and Cash Converters Modernization Act|§ 91A-14 - Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.

 91A-14: Recodified as Part 1 of Article 45 of Chapter 66, G.S. 66-385 through 66-399, by Session Laws 2012-46, s. 2, effective October 1, 2012.
NC Gen Stat § 93-1 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-1 - Definitions; practice of law.

 93-1. Definitions; practice of law.(a) Definitions. - As used in this Chapter certain terms are defined as follows:(1) An "accountant" is a person engaged in the public practice of accountancy who is not a certified public accountant as defined in this Chapter.(2) "Board" means the Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners as provided in this Chapter.(3) A "certified public accountant" is a person who holds a certificate as a certified public accountant issued under the provisions of this Chapter.(4) Repealed by Session Laws 1993, c. 518, s. 2.(5) A person is engaged in the "public practice of accountancy" who holds himself out to the public as a certified public accountant or an accountant and in consideration of compensation received or to be received offers to perform or does perform, for other persons, services which involve the auditing or verification of financial transactions, books, accounts, or records, or the preparation, verification or certification of financial, accounting and related statements intended for publication or renders professional services or assistance in or about any and all matters of principle or detail relating to accounting procedure and systems, or the recording, presentation or certification and the interpretation of such service through statements and reports.(b) Practice of Law. - Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed as authorizing certified public accountants or accountants to engage in the practice of law, and such person shall not engage in the practice of law unless duly licensed so to do.  (1925, c. 261, s. 1; 1929, c. 219, s. 1; 1951, c. 844, s. 1; 1979, c. 750, s. 3; 1983, c. 185, ss. 1, 2; 1993, c. 518, s. 2; 2009-347, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-2 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-2 - Qualifications.

 93-2. Qualifications.Any person who is a citizen of the United States, has declared the intention of becoming a citizen, is a resident alien, or is a citizen of a foreign jurisdiction which extends to citizens of this State like or similar privileges to be examined or certified, and who is over 18 years of age and of good moral character, and who has received from the State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners a certificate of qualification to practice as a certified public accountant shall be licensed to practice and be styled and known as a certified public accountant. (1925, c. 261, s. 2; 1979, c. 750, s. 4; 1993, c. 518, s. 3.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-3 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-3 - Unlawful use of title "certified public accountant" by individual.

 93-3. Unlawful use of title "certified public accountant" by individual.It shall be unlawful for any person who has not received a certificate of qualification or not been granted a practice privilege under G.S. 93-10 admitting the person to practice as a certified public accountant to assume or use such a title, or to use any words, letters, abbreviations, symbols or other means of identification to indicate that the person using same has been admitted to practice as a certified public accountant.  (1925, c. 261, s. 3; 2009-347, s. 2.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-4 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-4 - Use of title by firm.

 93-4. Use of title by firm.It shall be unlawful for any firm, copartnership, or association to assume or use the title of certified public accountant, or to use any words, letters, abbreviations, symbols or other means of identification to indicate that the members of such firm, copartnership or association have been admitted to practice as certified public accountants, unless each of the members of such firm, copartnership or association first shall have received a certificate of qualification from the State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners or been granted a practice privilege admitting each member of the firm, copartnership, or association to practice as a certified public accountant; provided, however, that the Board may exempt those persons who do not actually practice in or reside in the State of North Carolina from registering and receiving a certificate of qualification under this section.  (1925, c. 261, s. 4; 1979, c. 750, s. 5; 2009-347, s. 3.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-5 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-5 - Use of title by corporation.

 93-5. Use of title by corporation.It shall be unlawful for any corporation to assume or use the title of certified public accountant, or to use any words, letters, abbreviations, symbols or other means of identification to indicate that such corporation has received a certificate of qualification from the State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners admitting it to practice as a certified public accountant. (1925, c. 261, s. 5.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-6 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-6 - Practice as accountants permitted; use of misleading titles prohibited.

 93-6. Practice as accountants permitted; use of misleading titles prohibited.It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the public practice of accountancy in this State who is not a holder of a certificate as a certified public accountant issued by the Board, unless such person uses the term "accountant" and only the term "accountant" in connection with his name on all reports, letters of transmittal, or advice, and on all stationery and documents used in connection with his services as an accountant, and refrains from the use in any manner of any other title or designation in such practice. (1925, c. 261, ss. 6, 8; 1951, c. 844, s. 2; 1993, c. 518, s. 4.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-8 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-8 - Public practice of accounting by corporations prohibited.

 93-8. Public practice of accounting by corporations prohibited.It shall be unlawful for any certified public accountant to engage in the public practice of accountancy in this State through any corporate form, except as provided in General Statutes Chapter 55B. (1925, c. 261, s. 6; 1951, c. 844, s. 3; 1969, c. 718, s. 17; 1983, c. 185, s. 3.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-9 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-9 - Assistants need not be certified.

 93-9. Assistants need not be certified.Nothing contained in this Chapter shall be construed to prohibit the employment by a certified public accountant or by any person, firm, copartnership, association, or corporation permitted to engage in the practice of public accounting in the State of North Carolina, of persons who have not received certificates of qualification admitting them to practice as certified public accountants, as assistant accountants or clerks: Provided, that such employees work under the control and supervision of certified public accountants and do not certify to anyone the accuracy or verification of audits or statements; and provided further, that such employees do not hold themselves out as engaged in the practice of public accounting. (1925, c. 261, s. 9; 1993, c. 518, s. 6.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-11 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-11 - Not applicable to officers of State, county or municipality.

 93-11. Not applicable to officers of State, county or municipality.Nothing herein contained shall be construed to restrict or limit the power or authority of any State, county or municipal officer or appointee engaged in or upon the examination of the accounts of any public officer, his employees or appointees. (1925, c. 261, s. 12.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-12.1 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-12.1 - Effect of new requirements.

 93-12.1. Effect of new requirements.Any person who applies to the Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners before July 1, 1983, to take the examination, who meets the educational requirement as it existed prior to June 4, 1979, and complies with any of the experience requirements of this Chapter shall be deemed to have met the prerequisites to taking such examination. (1979, c. 750, s. 11.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-12.2 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-12.2 - Board records are confidential.

 93-12.2. Board records are confidential.Records, papers, and other documents containing information collected or compiled by the Board, its members, or employees, as a result of a complaint, investigation, inquiry, or interview in connection with an application for examination, certification, or registration, or in connection with a certificate holder's professional ethics and conduct, shall not be considered public records within the meaning of Chapter 132 of the General Statutes. Any notice or statement of charges against a certificate holder or applicant, or any notice to a certificate holder or applicant of a hearing to be held by the Board is a public record, even though it may contain information collected and compiled as a result of a complaint, investigation, inquiry, or interview conducted by the Board. If any record, paper, or other document containing information collected and compiled by the Board is admitted into evidence in a hearing held by the Board, it shall then be a public record within the meaning of Chapter 132 of the General Statutes. (1997-157, s. 2.)
NC Gen Stat § 93-13 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93 - Certified Public Accountants|§ 93-13 - Violation of Chapter; penalty.

 93-13. Violation of Chapter; penalty.A violation of G.S. 93-3, 93-4, 93-5, 93-6, or 93-8 shall be a Class 1 misdemeanor. (1925, c. 261, s. 11; 1983, c. 185, s. 12; 1993, c. 539, s. 656; 1994, Ex. Sess., c. 24, s. 14(c); 2007-83, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 93B-3 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93B - Occupational Licensing Boards|§ 93B-3 - Register of persons licensed; information as to licensed status of individuals.

 93B-3. Register of persons licensed; information as to licensed status of individuals.Each occupational licensing board shall prepare a register of all persons currently licensed by the board and shall supplement said register annually by listing the changes made in it by reason of new licenses issued, licenses revoked or suspended, death, or any other cause. The board shall, upon request of any citizen of the State, inform the requesting person as to the licensed status of any individual. (1957, c. 1377, s. 3.)
NC Gen Stat § 93B-4 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93B - Occupational Licensing Boards|§ 93B-4 - Audit of Occupational Licensing Boards; payment of costs.

 93B-4. Audit of Occupational Licensing Boards; payment of costs.(a) The State Auditor shall audit occupational licensing boards from time to time to ensure their proper operation. The books, records, and operations of each occupational licensing board shall be subject to the oversight of the State Auditor pursuant to Article 5A of Chapter 147 of the General Statutes. In accordance with G.S. 147-64.7(b), the State Auditor may contract with independent professionals to meet the requirements of this section.(b) Each occupational licensing board with a budget of at least fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) shall conduct an annual financial audit of its operations and provide a copy to the State Auditor.  (1957, c. 1377, s. 4; 1965, c. 661; 1973, c. 1301; 1983, c. 913, s. 11; 2009-125, s. 3; 2012-142, s. 17.1.)
NC Gen Stat § 93B-5 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 93B - Occupational Licensing Boards|§ 93B-5 - Compensation, employment, and training of board members.

 93B-5. Compensation, employment, and training of board members.(a) Board members shall receive as compensation for their services per diem not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00) for each day during which they are engaged in the official business of the board.(b) Board members shall be reimbursed for all necessary travel expenses in an amount not to exceed that authorized under G.S. 138-6(a) for officers and employees of State departments. Actual expenditures of board members in excess of the maximum amounts set forth in G.S. 138-6(a) for travel and subsistence may be reimbursed if the prior approval of the State Director of Budget is obtained and such approved expenditures are within the established and published uniform standards and criteria of the State Director of Budget authorized under G.S. 138-7 for extraordinary charges for hotels, meals, and convention registration for State officers and employees, whenever such charges are the result of required official business of the Board.(c) Repealed by Session Laws 1981, c. 757, s. 2.(d) Except as provided herein board members shall not be paid a salary or receive any additional compensation for services rendered as members of the board.(e) Board members shall not be permanent, salaried employees of said board.(f) Repealed by Session Laws 1975, c. 765, s. 1.(g) Within six months of a board member's initial appointment to the board, and at least once within every two calendar years thereafter, a board member shall receive training, either from the board's staff, including its legal advisor, or from an outside educational institution such as the School of Government of the University of North Carolina, on the statutes governing the board and rules adopted by the board, as well as the following State laws, in order to better understand the obligations and limitations of a State agency:(1) Chapter 150B, The Administrative Procedure Act.(2) Chapter 132, The Public Records Law.(3) Article 33C of Chapter 143, The Open Meetings Act.(4) Articles 31 and 31A of Chapter 143, The State Tort Claims Act and The Defense of State Employees Law.(5) Chapter 138A, The State Government Ethics Act.(6) Chapter 120C, Lobbying.Completion of the training requirements contained in Chapter 138A and Chapter 120C of the General Statutes satisfies the requirements of subdivisions (5) and (6) of this subsection.  (1957, c. 1377, s. 5; 1973, c. 1303, s. 1; c. 1342, s. 1; 1975, c. 765, s. 1; 1981, c. 757, ss. 1, 2; 1991 (Reg. Sess., 1992), c. 1011, s. 1; 2009-125, s. 4; 2017-6, s. 3; 2018-146, ss. 3.1(a), (b), 6.1.)