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A Debt Secured by Collateral</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-security-interest/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-security-interest/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:04 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5400</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetWhen you obtain a loan, in most cases the lender does not want to just give you the money, they want to make sure that you have some sort of incentive to make sure you make your payments.  What better incentive is there than taking away your property if you do not pay?  Therefore, creditors [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-security-interest/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What Does It Mean If Debt is “Charged Off” On My Credit Report?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-does-charged-off-on-credit-report-mean/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-does-charged-off-on-credit-report-mean/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 20:57:15 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5395</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetOne of the most frequent calls we get at our office is, “What does it mean when it says, “charge off”? Do I need to list this in my list of creditor’s?”  The answer is always “yes”! As you are perfectly aware, once you owe a debt, the creditor will relentlessly try to collect the [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-does-charged-off-on-credit-report-mean/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is the Bankruptcy Judge’s Role?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-the-bankruptcy-judges-role/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-the-bankruptcy-judges-role/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 18:28:21 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy Video Vault]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5386</guid> <description><![CDATA[Tweet]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-the-bankruptcy-judges-role/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Are My Tools Protected in A Bankruptcy?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/are-my-tools-protected-in-a-bankruptcy/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/are-my-tools-protected-in-a-bankruptcy/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:00:33 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Exemptions]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5352</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetDue to the recession our economy has faced, many small business owners find themselves sitting in our office discussing the possibility of filing for bankruptcy.  Legitimately, one of their main questions is how to protect their assets. One of the major assets of most small business owners is their “tools”. Tools can range from hand [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/are-my-tools-protected-in-a-bankruptcy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Can the Homeowners’ Association (HOA) Foreclose If I Don’t Pay My Dues?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-hoa-foreclose-if-i-dont-pay-my-dues/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-hoa-foreclose-if-i-dont-pay-my-dues/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:00:33 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Foreclosure]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5343</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetMany people have been led to believe that a homeowners’ association cannot foreclose on their home.  That is not true!  Homeowners’ associations foreclose on property everyday across America and very likely everyday in North Carolina. If your neighborhood has a homeowners’ association, you received and signed documents acknowledging the association’s rights when you purchased your [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-hoa-foreclose-if-i-dont-pay-my-dues/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Can a Second Mortgage Company Foreclose on My Home?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-a-second-mortgage-company-foreclose-on-my-home/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-a-second-mortgage-company-foreclose-on-my-home/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:00:28 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Foreclosure]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5340</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetHave you ever had those times when you were running short of cash?  There was that unexpected car repair or the kids’ summer camp deposit you didn’t have in the budget.  You knew something had to give that month but you weren’t sure what!  When you considered the options of what you could do without [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-a-second-mortgage-company-foreclose-on-my-home/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is A Collection Agency?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-collection-agency/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-collection-agency/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:00:54 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Automatic Stay]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5334</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetWhen the original creditor goes unpaid for a significant amount of time, the debt goes into what is called “collections.”  Many of us have heard of these agencies but are somewhat confused as to what exactly constitutes a collection agency.  A collection agency is an outside organization helping original creditors to collect on unpaid debts. [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-collection-agency/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is the Difference Between Gross Income and Net Income?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/difference-between-gross-and-net-income/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/difference-between-gross-and-net-income/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:00:18 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5326</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetThere is a saying that always helps me remember the difference between gross and net income: it’s gross to see how much you would be bringing home before taxes.  Gross income is what you make before taxes and what you claim as income on your tax returns.  Net income is what you actual bring home [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/difference-between-gross-and-net-income/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>How Do I Determine the Value of My Jewelry if I’m Filing Bankruptcy?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-determine-the-value-of-my-jewelry-if-im-filing-bankruptcy/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-determine-the-value-of-my-jewelry-if-im-filing-bankruptcy/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:00:10 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Exemptions]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5317</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetWhen you are filling out your paperwork, you will notice you will be asked to list down all of your personal property. This personal property will contain all assets you may have; including homes, cars, cash, financial accounts, furniture, clothing, jewelry and more. 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We understand your car is, in many ways, your livelihood. It helps you get to and from work, take your children to daycare and other events, get groceries as well as many of the other necessities of life. [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-the-motor-vehicle-exemption-in-bankruptcy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is an Automatic Stay?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-an-automatic-stay/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-an-automatic-stay/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:00:31 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[After You File]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Automatic Stay]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5305</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetAs soon as your bankruptcy petition is filed, a court order goes into immediate effect that stops creditors from attempting to collect debts. Regardless of whether you are filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the automatic stay is applicable to both chapters.  It can be recognized as one of the greatest benefits [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-an-automatic-stay/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Can Social Security Overpayments Be Wiped Out in Bankruptcy?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-social-security-overpayments-be-wiped-out-in-bankruptcy/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-social-security-overpayments-be-wiped-out-in-bankruptcy/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:00:07 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[After You File]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5230</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetIn short, like many areas of the law, it depends. You are responsible for repaying these overpayments. However, if you file bankruptcy and include that debt on the bankruptcy and the government does not object to the discharge of the debt then it may be wiped out. As with any other unsecured creditor they will [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-social-security-overpayments-be-wiped-out-in-bankruptcy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is a Notice of Rights to Have Exemptions Designated?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/notice-of-rights-to-have-exemptions-designated/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/notice-of-rights-to-have-exemptions-designated/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:00:07 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Exemptions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Repossession]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5226</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetA Notice of Rights to Have Exemptions Designated is a fancy way of the creditor letting you know that your property is going to be taken from you. As mentioned in another blog post, after the creditor serves you with a lawsuit you have 30 days to provide a written response, also called an answer, [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/notice-of-rights-to-have-exemptions-designated/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Can I Recover Workers’ Comp Benefits if I Had a Heart Attack at Work?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/recover-workers-comp-heart-attack-work/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/recover-workers-comp-heart-attack-work/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:00:57 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Workers' Compensation]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5158</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetLike many areas in the law, it depends.  If the heart attack occurred during your normal work activities, usually the heart attack injury is not compensable under North Carolina workers&#8217; compensation laws.  For the injury to be compensable, the worker must show the heart attack was caused by some unusual or unexpected event and was [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/recover-workers-comp-heart-attack-work/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Can I Get a New Apartment Lease During Bankruptcy?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-i-get-a-new-apartment-lease-during-bankruptcy/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-i-get-a-new-apartment-lease-during-bankruptcy/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 09:00:03 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[After You File]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Eviction]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Foreclosure]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5150</guid> <description><![CDATA[Tweet You sure can! It may be a bit more difficult to find a place that will rent to you than it otherwise would be, but be patient. Depending on the rental agency, you may be required to pay a higher security deposit or even be required to have a co-signer. It really depends on [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-i-get-a-new-apartment-lease-during-bankruptcy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is a Preference in Bankruptcy?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-preference-in-bankruptcy/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-preference-in-bankruptcy/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:00:35 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[After You File]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5145</guid> <description><![CDATA[Tweet Preference in a bankruptcy means that you are showing favoritism to one creditor over the others.  In other words, you treat one creditor better than another. For an example, let’s say that you received a bonus check of $1000 on top of your regular pay. You have a large number of creditors and you [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/what-is-a-preference-in-bankruptcy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>How Do I Apply For Food Stamps?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-apply-for-food-stamps/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-apply-for-food-stamps/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:00:09 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy Alternatives]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Forms]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5140</guid> <description><![CDATA[Tweet Food stamps are a wonderful benefit for those who qualify.  If there are times when you are finding yourself in the predicament of deciding whether to pay the energy bill or buy groceries for the week, you should take the time to research the eligibility requirements for food stamps.  If you are in North [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-apply-for-food-stamps/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Will Automatic Drafts With My Bank Stop After I File Bankruptcy?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/will-automatic-drafts-stop-after-bankruptcy/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/will-automatic-drafts-stop-after-bankruptcy/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:00:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[After You File]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Automatic Stay]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5132</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetWith the ever improving online banking that is available through most banks, it is possible to pay almost all of your bills without ever stepping foot outside of your home.  There is no doubt filing bankruptcy can impact every situation of everyday life, but what about paying your bills?  What happens if you have everything [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/will-automatic-drafts-stop-after-bankruptcy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>If I Choose To Voluntarily Turn In My Car, What Should I Do?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/if-i-choose-to-voluntarily-turn-in-my-car-what-should-i-do/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/if-i-choose-to-voluntarily-turn-in-my-car-what-should-i-do/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:00:41 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Repossession]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5127</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetIf you are behind on car payments or decide you will not be able to make the payments in the future, you can decide to voluntarily turn in your vehicle. We encourage our clients not to voluntary turn in their vehicle prior to filing bankruptcy, but we will discuss that in more detail below. What [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/if-i-choose-to-voluntarily-turn-in-my-car-what-should-i-do/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>How Do I Know If I Have A Tax Lien?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-know-if-i-have-a-tax-lien/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-know-if-i-have-a-tax-lien/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:00:49 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Taxes]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5120</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetDo you owe income taxes to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or State of North Carolina (NCDOR)?  If so, you may find that you have an income tax lien filed against you.  There are two ways to confirm whether a tax lien has been “perfected” or filed with the Clerk of Court in the county [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/how-do-i-know-if-i-have-a-tax-lien/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Upside Down or Under Water on Your Home?  Bankruptcy May Help!</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/upside-down-under-water-on-house-bankruptcy-help/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/upside-down-under-water-on-house-bankruptcy-help/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:00:26 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[After You File]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapter 13]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5114</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetWith the decline in the housing market many people find they are “upside down” or “under water” on their home.  In other words, do you owe more for the house than what it is worth?  If that is your situation and you have two or more mortgages, you may find that Chapter 13 bankruptcy is [...]]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/upside-down-under-water-on-house-bankruptcy-help/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Can a Creditor Call Me At My Job?</title><link>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-a-creditor-call-me-at-my-job/</link> <comments>http://www.duncanlawonline.com/can-a-creditor-call-me-at-my-job/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:00:48 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Damon Duncan</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Duncan Law Blog]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.duncanlawonline.com/?p=5109</guid> <description><![CDATA[TweetHave you ever had a creditor or debt collector call you at work?  After the shock of the call wears off, you wonder “can they do that, is that legal?”  The answer of whether it is legal in North Carolina depends on your specific situation. 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