North Carolina § 20-295 - Action on application; grace period while application for license renewal is pending.
Full text of North Carolina North Carolina General Statutes § 20-295 — Action on application; grace period while application for license renewal is pending., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-295. Action on application; grace period while application for license renewal is pending.
Division Action. - The Division shall either grant or deny an application for a license or license renewal within 30 days after receiving it. Any applicant denied a license shall, upon filing a written request within 30 days, be given a hearing at the time and place determined by the Commissioner or a person designated by the Commissioner. A hearing shall be public and shall be held with reasonable promptness. Pending License Renewal Grace Period. - When an application for license renewal has been timely submitted prior to expiration of the license, the license shall remain valid for up to 30 days after the expiration date until the Division grants or denies the application. The Division shall ensure that any database maintained by the Division that indicates the status of a license issued under this Article reflects that the license continues to be valid during this period. History (1955, c. 1243, s. 11; 1975, c. 716, s. 5; 1993, c. 440, s. 1; 2020-77, s. 6(a).) Editor's Note. - Session Laws 2020-77, s. 6(b), made the rewriting of this section by Session Laws 2020-77, s. 6(a), effective July 1, 2020, and applicable to licenses that expire on or after that date. Effect of Amendments. - Session Laws 2020-77, s. 6(a), rewrote the section. For effective date and applicability, see editor's note.
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 20-295
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 20-295 cover?
Section 20-295 ("Action on application; grace period while application for license renewal is pending.") 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 § 20-295?
A common citation format is "North Carolina General Statutes § 20-295" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Carolina attorney.
How does North Carolina § 20-295 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in North Carolina.