The full text of G.S. 20-183.21 (“Executive head” defined), with plain-English commentary from North Carolina DWI defense attorneys Chris Adkins and Chris Purkey in the side column. Article 3C: Vehicle Equipment Safety Compact.
§ 20-183.21. “Executive head” defined.
The term “executive head” as used in Article IX(b) of the Compact shall, with reference to this State, mean the Governor. (1963, c. 1167, s. 9.)
Official text of N.C. Gen. Stat. § 20-183.21 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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