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2014 North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 5A - Contempt.
Article 3 - Contempt by Juveniles.
§ 5A-34 - When minor can be in contempt.
NC Gen Stat § 5A-34 (2014) What's This?
5A-34. When minor can be in contempt.
(a) No act or omission by a minor younger than six years of age constitutes contempt.
(b) The provisions of Article 1 and Article 2 of this Chapter apply to acts or omissions by a minor who:
(1) Is 16 years of age or older;
(2) Is married or otherwise emancipated; or
(3) Before the act or omission, was convicted in superior court of any criminal offense. (2007-168, s. 1.)
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