North Carolina § 20-348 - Private civil action.
Full text of North Carolina North Carolina General Statutes § 20-348 — Private civil action., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-348. Private civil action.
Any person who, with intent to defraud, violates any requirement imposed under this Article shall be liable in an amount equal to the sum of: Three times the amount of actual damages sustained or one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500), whichever is the greater; and In the case of any successful action to enforce the foregoing liability, the costs of the action together with reasonable attorney fees as determined by the court. An action to enforce any liability created under subsection (a) of this section may be brought in any court of the trial division of the General Court of Justice of the State of North Carolina within four years from the date on which the liability arises. History (1973, c. 679, s. 1; 1981 (Reg. Sess., 1982), c. 1280, s. 1.)
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 20-348
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 20-348 cover?
Section 20-348 ("Private civil action.") 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 § 20-348?
A common citation format is "North Carolina General Statutes § 20-348" (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 § 20-348 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.
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