North Carolina § 20-4 - 23. Legislative findings and policy.

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§ 20-4. 23. Legislative findings and policy.

Findings. - The General Assembly and the states that are members of the Drivers License Compact find that: The safety of their streets and highways is materially affected by the degree of compliance with state laws and local ordinances relating to the operation of motor vehicles. The violation of a law or an ordinance relating to the operation of a motor vehicle is evidence that the violator engages in conduct that is likely to endanger the safety of persons and property. The continuance in force of a license to drive is predicated upon compliance with laws and ordinances relating to the operation of motor vehicles in whichever jurisdiction the vehicle is operated. Policy. - It is the policy of the General Assembly and of each of the states that is a member of the Drivers License Compact to: Promote compliance with the laws, ordinances, and administrative rules and regulations of a member state relating to the operation of motor vehicles. Make the reciprocal recognition of licenses to drive and the eligibility for a license to drive more just and equitable by making consideration of overall compliance with motor vehicle laws, ordinances, and administrative rules and regulations a condition precedent to the continuance or issuance of any license that authorizes the holder of the license to operate a motor vehicle in a member state. History (1993, c. 533, s. 1.)

Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 20-4

What does North Carolina General Statutes § 20-4 cover?

Section 20-4 ("23. Legislative findings and policy.") 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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