North Carolina § 84-7 - District attorneys, upon application, to bring injunction or criminal proceedings.
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§ 84-7. District attorneys, upon application, to bring injunction or criminal proceedings.
The district attorney of any of the superior courts shall, upon the application of any member of the Bar, or of any bar association, of the State of North Carolina, bring such action in the name of the State as may be proper to enjoin any such person, corporation, or association of persons who it is alleged are violating the provisions of G.S. 84-4 to 84-8, and it shall be the duty of the district attorneys of this State to indict any person, corporation, or association of persons upon the receipt of information of the violation of the provisions of G.S. 84-4 to 84-8. History (1931, c. 157, s. 4; 1973, c. 47, s. 2.) Cross References. - As to the power of the North Carolina State Bar to investigate and enjoin unauthorized practice of law, see G.S. 84-37.
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 84-7
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 84-7 cover?
Section 84-7 ("District attorneys, upon application, to bring injunction or criminal proceedings.") 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 § 84-7?
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Is this the official text of North Carolina law?
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How does North Carolina § 84-7 apply to my situation?
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