North Carolina

North Carolina’s Teen Driver’s License and Insurance Requirements

North Carolina uses a graduated license system to license teen drivers via a limited learner’s permit, limited provisional license, and full provisional license.

Texting and Talking on the Phone While Driving in North Carolina

North Carolina’s distracted driving law generally bans texting-while-driving for all motorists and talking on a cellphone for only certain drivers. Read about the specifics of what the law prohibits and the costs of a cellphone ticket.

North Carolina's Speeding Laws and Ticket Penalties

North Carolina has two types of speeding laws: a “basic speeding law” and “absolute limits.” This article explains the differences between the two and the consequences of a speeding violation.

Red Light and Stop Sign Tickets in North Carolina

North Carolina drivers who run stop signs or stop lights will likely have to pay a fine. Red light and stop sign violations also add demerit points to a motorist’s driving record.

North Carolina’s Child Car Seat and Seat Belt Laws

North Carolina has laws mandating protection for children in cars. The types of child restraints required depend on the age and size of the child. Violations result in fines and demerit points.

Driving Without a Valid (or on a Suspended) License in North Carolina

North Carolina prohibits driving without a valid license, whether revoked, suspended, or never issued. This article explains what constitutes these violations, the possible penalties, and the exemptions to the license requirement.

North Carolina's Death-by-Vehicle (Vehicular Homicide) Laws and Penalties

In North Carolina, a motorist who kills another person while driving under the influence or committing a traffic violation will likely face death-by-vehicle charges. The consequences of a conviction depend on the circumstances.

North Carolina’s Commercial Driver’s License Laws

Obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL) in North Carolina requires passage of a skills and knowledge test based upon the type of commercial motor vehicles (CMV) being driven.

North Carolina Passengers and Pets in Pickup Trucks

North Carolina has laws concerning vehicle passenger restraints and also has restrictions that apply to passengers riding in truck beds.