North Carolina § 20-36 - Ten-year-old convictions not considered.
Full text of North Carolina North Carolina General Statutes § 20-36 — Ten-year-old convictions not considered., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-36. Ten-year-old convictions not considered.
Except for offenses occurring in a commercial motor vehicle, offenses by the holder of a commercial drivers license involving a noncommercial motor vehicle, or a second failure to submit to a chemical test when charged with an implied-consent offense, as defined in G.S. 20-16.2 , that occurred while the person was driving a commercial motor vehicle, no conviction of any other violation of the motor vehicle laws shall be considered by the Division in determining whether any person's driving privilege shall be suspended or revoked or in determining the appropriate period of suspension or revocation after 10 years has elapsed from the date of that conviction. History (1971, c. 15; 1975, c. 716, s. 5; 1998-182, s. 22; 2005-349, s. 7; 2009-416, s. 4.) Effect of Amendments. - Session Laws 2005-349, s. 7, effective September 30, 2005, substituted "Except for offenses occurring in a commercial motor vehicle" for "Except for a second or subsequent conviction for violating G.S. 20-138.2 , a third or subsequent violation of G.S. 20-138.2 A." Session Laws 2009-416, s. 4, effective March 31, 2010, and applicable to offenses committed on or after that date, inserted "offenses by the holder of a commercial drivers license involving a noncommercial motor vehicle." Opinions of Attorney General Ten-Year Limitation Applicable to Division of Motor Vehicle Action Only. - See opinion of Attorney General to Honorable Robert A. Collier, Jr., 41 N.C.A.G. 322 (1971).
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 20-36
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 20-36 cover?
Section 20-36 ("Ten-year-old convictions not considered.") 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 § 20-36?
A common citation format is "North Carolina General Statutes § 20-36" (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 § 20-36 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.