The full text of G.S. 20-175.15 (Definitions), with plain-English commentary from North Carolina DWI defense attorneys Chris Adkins and Chris Purkey in the side column. Article 3: Motor Vehicle Act of 1937.
§ 20-175.15. Definitions.
The following definitions apply to this Part:
(1) Agent. – A director, officer, employee, or other person authorized to act on behalf of a business entity.
(2) Business entity. – A corporation, limited liability company, partnership, sole proprietorship, or other legal entity authorized to conduct business under the laws of this State.
(3) Operator. – An agent who is 16 years of age or older and is charged with the responsibility of monitoring and operating a personal delivery device.
(4) Pedestrian area. – A sidewalk, crosswalk, school crosswalk, school crossing zone, or safety zone.
(5) Personal delivery device. – As defined in G.S. 20-4.01. (2020-73, s. 2.)
Official text of N.C. Gen. Stat. § 20-175.15 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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