North Carolina License Law

A NC broker is found guilty of misrepresentation during a real estate transaction. NCREC may impose which of the following sanctions?

AOnly a written reprimand
BOnly a fine
CRevocation or suspension of license, reprimand, civil penalty, and/or additional education✓ Correct
DCriminal prosecution only

Explanation

NCREC has broad disciplinary authority including: revoking or suspending a license, issuing reprimands, imposing civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation, requiring additional education, and accepting voluntary surrenders. Criminal prosecution is handled by the DA, not NCREC.

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