North Carolina § 153A-4 - Broad construction.
Full text of North Carolina North Carolina General Statutes § 153A-4 — Broad construction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 153A-4. Broad construction.
It is the policy of the General Assembly that the counties of this State should have adequate authority to exercise the powers, rights, duties, functions, privileges, and immunities conferred upon them by law. To this end, the provisions of this Chapter and of local acts shall be broadly construed and grants of power shall be construed to include any powers that are reasonably expedient to the exercise of the power. History (1973, c. 822, s. 1.) Legal Periodicals. - For article, "Toward a Comprehensive Program for Regulating Vacant or Abandoned Dwellings in North Carolina: The General Police Power, Minimum Housing Standards, and Vacant Property Registration," see 32 Campbell L. Rev. 1 (2009). For article, "Public Education, Local Authority, and Democracy: The Implied Power of North Carolina Counties to Impose School Impact Fees," see 33 Campbell L. Rev. 239 (2011).
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 153A-4
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 153A-4 cover?
Section 153A-4 ("Broad construction.") 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.
How do I cite North Carolina § 153A-4?
A common citation format is "North Carolina General Statutes § 153A-4" (North Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Carolina law?
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How does North Carolina § 153A-4 apply to my situation?
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