G.S. 20-285. Regulation of motor vehicle distribution in public interest
The full text of G.S. 20-285 (Regulation of motor vehicle distribution in public interest), with plain-English commentary from North Carolina DWI defense attorneys Chris Adkins and Chris Purkey in the side column. Article 12: Motor Vehicle Dealers and Manufacturers Licensing Law.
§ 20-285. Regulation of motor vehicle distribution in public interest.
The General Assembly finds and declares that the distribution of motor vehicles in the State of North Carolina vitally affects the general economy of the State and the public interest and public welfare, and in the exercise of its police power, it is necessary to regulate and license motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors, dealers, salesmen, and their representatives doing business in North Carolina, in order to prevent frauds, impositions and other abuses upon its citizens and to protect and preserve the investments and properties of the citizens of this State. (1955, c. 1243, s. 1; 1983, c. 704, s. 1.)
Official text of N.C. Gen. Stat. § 20-285 as published by the North Carolina General Assembly (Chapter 20 PDF, retrieved November 10, 2026). Verify the current version on ncleg.gov ↗.
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