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What must a petition for declaratory rulings include regarding the request?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement when submitting a petition for declaratory rulings?
What is one potential reason the Board might deny a petition for declaratory ruling?
What specific information must be included in petitions for rule-making?
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When may a petitioner request to present oral argument?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Board regarding auctioneers?
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What does the term 'Buyer’s Premium' refer to in auctioneering?
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Which term refers to a business where auctions are conducted at a single location?
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What entity has jurisdiction over the licensing of auctioneers in North Carolina?
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What does the term 'Minimum Bid' refer to?
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What are administrative hearings in contested cases primarily governed by?
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Which activities are NOT under the jurisdiction of the Board?
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What is included in the 'Course' as defined in auctioneering regulations?
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Study Notes
Purpose of the Board
- The North Carolina Auctioneers Commission (Board) is responsible for licensing auctioneers, apprentice auctioneers, and auction firms.
- The Board ensures that the qualifications and activities of those engaged in auctioneering comply with G.S. 85B.
- The Board is not responsible for settling disputes between parties regarding commissions or assistant pay.
Board Office Information
- The administrative offices of the Board are located at www.ncalb.org.
- Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding state holidays.
Definition of Key Terms
- "Auction house," "auction barn," or "auction gallery" refers to an auction business that conducts auctions at a single location.
- "Auctioneers Law" or "licensing law" refers to G.S. 85B.
- "Board" refers to the North Carolina Auctioneers Commission.
- "Buyer's Premium" refers to any additional charge owed by a buyer to the auctioneer, auction firm, or seller above the highest accepted bid.
- "Course" refers to the curriculum, instruction, and activities of auctioneering schools subject to Board regulations.
- "Minimum Bid" refers to the lowest acceptable bid for an item.
- "Principal(s)" refers to directors, officers, owners, and partners involved in auction firms.
- "Sole Proprietor Auction Business" refers to a licensed auctioneer whose business is not defined as an "Auction Firm" under G.S. 85B.
Administrative Law Procedures
- The Board follows certain procedures in contested cases:
- Article 3A of G.S. 150B
- The Rules of Civil Procedure contained in G.S. 1A-1
- General Rules of Practice for the Superior and District Courts
- Declaratory rulings are submitted to the Board and must include:
- Petitioner's name, address, and telephone number
- The statute, rule, or order the request relates to
- All relevant facts and information
- A statement detailing how the petitioner has been aggrieved
- A statement regarding whether the petitioner wants oral arguments
- The Board may not issue a declaratory ruling if:
- The petition is noncompliant
- A ruling on the same facts has already been issued
- A final agency decision on the same facts has been made
- The facts were considered during rule or order adoption
- The subject matter is involved in pending litigation.
- Petitions for rule-making are submitted to the Board and must include:
- Petitioner's name, address, and telephone number
- A draft of the proposed rule adoption or amendment
- The proposal's effect on existing rules.
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Learn about the North Carolina Auctioneers Commission, its responsibilities, and the key terms associated with auctioneering. This quiz covers licensing requirements, office information, and definitions relevant to the auctioning process.