North Carolina § 14-3 - 1. Infraction defined; sanctions.
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§ 14-3. 1. Infraction defined; sanctions.
An infraction is a noncriminal violation of law not punishable by imprisonment. Unless otherwise provided by law, the sanction for a person found responsible for an infraction is a penalty of not more than one hundred dollars ($100.00). The proceeds of penalties for infractions are payable to the county in which the infraction occurred for the use of the public schools. The procedure for disposition of infractions is as provided in Article 66 of Chapter 15A of the General Statutes. History (1985, c. 764, s. 1; 1985 (Reg. Sess., 1986), c. 852, s. 17.)
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 14-3
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 14-3 cover?
Section 14-3 ("1. Infraction defined; sanctions.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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