Disciplinary Actions

The North Carolina Auctioneer Licensing Board does not provide information in reference to complaints against licensees. All formal complaints are fully investigated and the Board makes the determination as to whether there is probable cause that a violation(s) of the North Carolina Auctioneers Law or Rules have occurred. When the Board has made a determination that a violation(s) has occurred, it then decides if disciplinary action is needed.

The North Carolina Auctioneer Licensing Board defines "disciplinary actions" against a licensee, as a letter of reprimand, assessment of a civil penalty, a suspension of a license, a voluntary surrender of a license, and a revocation of a license. The Board’s policy is to post this information on this web site as follows:

1) For Letters of Reprimand, the posting would be for a time period of one (1) year after acceptance of the Letter; 2) For Assessments of Civil Penalties, the posting would be for a time period of two (2) years after the payment of a civil penalty; 3) For Suspension of a License, the posting would be for a time period of three (3) years after a suspension is completed; and, 4) For Voluntary Surrender of a License and the Revocation of a License, the posting would be indefinitely.

Information in reference to a licensee’s previous disciplinary actions can be obtained by providing a request to the Board’s office in writing.

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Title License Number Location Action
A to Z Auctions NCAL# 9306 Haw River, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, A to Z Auctions paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $1,000.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violations of N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(a) involving signed settlement statements and 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was April 14, 2023.
ACT Auctions NCAL# 9760 Mt. Pleasant, NC Andrew Raymond Weber voluntarily surrendered Auctioneer License #9579 and Auction Firm License #9760 (ACT Auctions) pursuant to a Consent Agreement with the Board effective December 17, 2018.
Allen, Zachary G. NCAL# 9606 Polkton, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order, licensee Zachary G. Allen received a thirty (30) day suspension for violations of N.C.G.S. 85B-7(b) regarding consignment records and N.C.G.S. 85B-7(d) regarding sales records. The suspension was abatable to zero (0) days suspension if Mr. Allen successfully completed certain educational conditions and paid a civil penalty in the amount of $500.00 prior to March 1, 2022. The conditions were met, and the suspension was fully abated on February 10, 2022. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Ammons, Benjamin J. NCAL# 6581 Linden, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee (dba Ammons Auctions) and the Board, Benjamin Ammons paid a civil penalty in the amount of $250.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violation of NCGS 85B-7.1(a) regarding settlement statement signatures. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was May 13, 2024.
Andrus, P. Spencer NCAL# 9612 Elizabeth City, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensees and the Board, licensees Corner Market Auctions, Spencer Andrus, and Melyssa Durren paid a civil penalty in the amount of $100.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violation of 21 NCAC 04B .0405(b) involving civil lawsuit reporting requirements. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was July 8, 2024.
Associated Auction & Liquidation Co NCAL# 10275 Yuma, TN Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board effective February 13, 2023, Associated Auction & Liquidation Co. was assessed a Civil Penalty of $1,000.00 and received a license Suspension for a period of twelve (12) months for violations of 21 NCAC 04B .0606(b) Only Board-approved designated person(s) for an auction firm shall have the authority to transact business under the firm license; NCGS 85B-7.1(a) All settlement statements shall be signed by the licensee or the licensee's agent and by the person receiving the disbursement; and NCGS 85B-4(a) for conducting an auction while in the firm's license was in Lapsed status. The period of Suspension was abatable to zero (0) months if the Designated Person for the licensee took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to March 15, 2023. The licensee's Designated Person took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to March 15, 2023, and the license Suspension was abated from twelve (12) months to zero (0) months. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
ATM Auction & Realty, LLC NCAL# 10321 Monroe, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensees and the Board, Aaron T. Maye and ATM Auction & Realty, LLC received ninety (90) day suspensions for violations of 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers, and 21 NCAC 04B .0605(a) involving licensee/licensee employees placing bids in an auction without announcing that activity to all bidders. The suspensions were abatable to zero (0) days suspensions if Mr. Maye took and passed the NC Auction Firm Examination and paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $1,000.00 prior to September 1, 2023. The conditions were met, and the suspensions were fully abated on August 10, 2023. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Auctions Worldwide, Inc NCAL# 7672 Milford, CT Effective April 11, 2005, Auctions Worldwide, Inc.'s auction firm license was revoked for one violation of making a false statement or giving any false information in connection with an application for renewal of a license; for four violations of failing to properly make disclosures required by 21 NCAC 4B .0405; for four violations of failing to report in writing to the Board any and all civil suits involving them that are based upon any allegation of gross negligence, dishonesty, fraud, misrepresentation or incompetency, or that in any way involve an auction sale or a transaction related to an auction matter or auctioneering; and for one violation of failing to notify the Board in writing of each change or addition of residence or business address within 10 days of the occurrence of such change. Auctions Worldwide, Inc. waived their right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of violations.
Beshara, Christopher NCAL# 7443 Newton, NC Effective October 1, 2010, Christopher Beshara's auctioneer license was permanently revoked for failure to pay for or return unsold property. This is a violation of G.S. 85B-7.1(a),(b);21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(11); 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(12). Mr. Beshara waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of violations.
Beshara, Christopher NCAL# 7443 Newton, NC Effective October 1, 2010, Mr. Beshara's auctioneer's license was permananetly revoked for failure to pay consigner for items sold. This is a violation of G.S. 85B-7(b),(d); G.S.85B-7.1(a),(b); G.S. 85B-8(a)(3); G.S. 85B-8(a)(7); G.S. 85B-8(a)(10); 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(11); 21 NCAC 4B.0603(a),(c); 21 NCAC 4B.0604(a),(c),(e),(f),(g). Mr. Beshara waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of violations.
Black Cat & White Dog Auction  NCAL# 6229 Benson, NC Black Cat & White Dog Auction's auction firm license was revoked for conducting an auction in this State without first having a written agreement with the owner of the property to be sold; for failing to maintain consignment records; for failing to maintain sales records; for failing to maintain a trust or escrow account and for failing to deposit in the account all funds that are received for the benefit of another person that is not disbursed to the seller on auction day; for failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensee's possession through an auction sale; for commingling the funds or property of a client with the licensee's own or failing to maintain and deposit in a trust or escrow account in an insured bank or savings and loan association located in North Carolina funds received for another person through sale at auction; for failing to deposit in an escrow account funds within three business days after receipt of same; for failing to prepare a receipt or settlement statement in compliance of G.S. 85B-7.1(a) and maintain records in compliance with G.S. 85B-7.1(b); and for failing to establish and maintain a custodial account for sellers proceeds. Jane F. Cook waived her right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board's findings of violations.
Blanton's Auction House NCAL# 9497 Laurinburg, NC Effective September 19, 2014, Blanton's Auction House License was revoked for violation of the following: G.S. 85B-4(g) An auction firm must be licensed by the Board even though no owner or officer of the firm acts as an auctioneer; G.S. 85B-7(a) No licensee shall conduct an auction in this State without first having a written agreement with the owner of any property to be sold; G.S. 85B-8(a)(2) A continued and flagrant course of misrepresentation or making false promises, either by the licensee, an employee of the licensee, or by someone acting on behalf of and with the licensees consent, (3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale, and (10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission; 21 NCAC 4B .0405(b) All auctioneers, apprentice auctioneers and auction firms, including their principals and designated person(s), shall report to the Board any and all civil suits involving them that are based upon any allegation of gross negligence, dishonesty, fraud, misrepresentation or incompetency, or that in any way involve an auction sale or a transaction related to an auction matter or auctioneering. The Board must receive written notice of any such civil suit within 30 days of the date the complaint in the suit is served on the defendant in the action, or the date a pleading containing one or more of these allegations is served on a party; and, 21 NCAC 4B .0601(a) All licensees shall notify the Board in writing of each change or addition of residence or business address (including mailing address) and change of trade name, assumed name, or combination of names under which the licensee conducts business related to auctions. Blanton's Auction House waived its right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board's findings of violations.
Booth, Michael L. NCAL# 2349 Boifay, FL Effective October 8, 2001, Mr. Booth voluntarily surrendered his North Carolina auctioneer license. This action resulted from Mr. Booth failing to report to the Board any and all criminal arrests for, charges of or convictions of misdemeanors that have as an essential element dishonesty, deceit, fraud, or misrepresentations, or any arrests, charges or convictions of any felonies and for failing to possess truth, honesty and integrity sufficient to be entitled to the high regard and confidence of the public. A Settlement Agreement and Consent Order were entered into between the Board and Mr. Booth, prior to a scheduled hearing, in which he agreed to the above stipulations. Mr. Booth admitted to the Board`s findings of violations.
Bostic, Misti Leigh NCAL# 8746 Concord, NC Effective February 20, 2012, Misti Leigh Bostic's auctioneer license was permanently revoked for failure to pay the seller for items sold at auction; failure to pay the seller in a timely fashion; and Ms. Bostic demonstrates a lack of financial responsibiity. This is a violation of N.C.G.S. 85B-4(a), N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(10) and (11) and 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(12). Ms. Bostic waived her right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of violations.
Broker Arch Auction, LLC NCAL# 9399 Weaverville, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensees and the Board, licensees Travis Wilson and Broken Arch Auction, LLC paid a civil penalty in the amount of $750.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violation of NCGS 85B-7.1(a) regarding settlement statement signatures, 21 NCAC .04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers, and 21 NCAC 04B .0605(a) involving licensee/licensee employees placing bids in an auction without announcing that activity to all bidders. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was April 8, 2024.
Buell, Jesse B. NCAL# 5858 Williamston, NC Effective January 18, 2000, Jesse Buell's auctioneer license was suspended indefinitely for failing to report federal felony indictments. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to suspend or revoke Jesse Buell`s auctioneer license and referred the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings as prescribed by Chapter 150B. Jesse Buell failed to respond as required and the Board suspended Jesse Buell's license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Caring Transitions of Chapel Hill   NCAL# 10589 Durham, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board effective April 8, 2024, Refined Spaces NC, LLC (dba Caring Transitions of Chapel Hill) was assessed a civil penalty of $500.00 and received a license Suspension for a period of sixty (60) days for violations of NCGS 85B-4(a) conducting an auction while the firm's license was in Lapsed status, NCGS 85B-7.1(a) regarding settlement statement signatures, 21 NCAC 04B .0603(a) regarding custodial account use, 21 NCAC .04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers in a written auction contract, and 21 NCAC 04B .0605(a) involving licensee/licensee employees placing bids in an auction without announcing that activity to all bidders. The period of Suspension was abatable to zero (0) days if the Designated Person for the licensee took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to June 1, 2024. The licensee's Designated Person took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to June 1, 2024, and the license Suspension was abated from sixty (60) days to zero (0) days. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Complete Auctions, LLC dba Gibsonville Auction House  NCAL# 10195 Gibsonville, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, Complete Auctions, LLC received a six (6) month suspension and was assessed a civil penalty in the amount of $1,000.00 for violations of N.C.G.S. 85B-4(a) involving auction activity conducted while license was in Lapsed status, N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(a) involving signed settlement statements, and 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers. The suspension was abatable to zero (0) days suspension if the licensees Designated Person took and passed the NC Auction Firm Examination and paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $2,000.00 (rather than $1,000.00) prior to August 15, 2023. The conditions were met, and the suspension was fully abated on August 14, 2023. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Cook, Jane F. NCAL# 6386 Benson, NC Jane F. Cook's auctioneer license was revoked for conducting an auction in this State without first having a written agreement with the owner of the property to be sold; for failing to maintain consignment records; for failing to maintain sales records; for failing to maintain a trust or escrow account and for failing to deposit in the account all funds that are received for the benefit of another person that is not disbursed to the seller on auction day; for failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensee's possession through an auction sale; for commingling the funds or property of a client with the licensee's own or failing to maintain and deposit in a trust or escrow account in an insured bank or savings and loan association located in North Carolina funds received for another person through sale at auction; for failing to deposit in an escrow account funds within three business days after receipt of same; for failing to prepare a receipt or settlement statement in compliance of G.S. 85B-7.1(a) and maintain records in compliance with G.S. 85B-7.1(b); and for failing to establish and maintain a custodial account for sellers proceeds. Jane F. Cook waived her right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board's findings of violations.
Corner Market Auctions NCAL# 9547 Elizabeth City, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensees and the Board, licensees Corner Market Auctions, Spencer Andrus, and Melyssa Durren paid a civil penalty in the amount of $100.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violation of 21 NCAC 04B .0405(b) involving civil lawsuit reporting requirements. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was July 8, 2024.
Cozad, Aimee dba Think Pink Auction  NCAL# 9417 Taylorsville, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, Aimee Belle Cozad, dba Think Pink Auction paid a civil penalty in the amount of $1,000.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violations of N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(a) involving signed settlement statements and 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was July 28, 2023.
Crain, Frank N. NCAL# 4937 Elizabethtown,KY Effective July 25, 2003, Mr. Crain's auctioneer license was revoked for failure to notify the Commission of the surrender of a license in the person`s resident state within ten days of occurence as required; for making any false statement or giving any false information in connection with an application for renewal of a license; and for failure to report to the Board any and all administrative proceedings which are commenced against them which involve any potential revocation or suspension of, or other disciplinary action against, any auctioneer license that they hold in another state within thirty days. Frank Crain waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of the violations.
Deen, Robert Eugene  NCAL# 9520 Oak City, NC Robert Eugene Deen voluntarily surrendered his auctioneer license effective March 6, 2020.
Dodgen, Grover Daryl  NCAL# 6825 Greenwood, SC Effective February 10, 2011, Mr. Dodgen's auctioneer's license was revoked for failure to sign a contract and to pay for items sold at auction. This is a violation of G.S.85B-7(a),G.S. 85B-7.1(a) and (b) and G.S. 85B-8(a)(3) and (7). Mr. Dodgen waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of violations.
Durren, Melyssa F.  NCAL# 9522 Elizabeth City, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensees and the Board, licensees Corner Market Auctions, Spencer Andrus, and Melyssa Durren paid a civil penalty in the amount of $100.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violation of 21 NCAC 04B .0405(b) involving civil lawsuit reporting requirements. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was July 8, 2024.
Eanes, James Jeffrey NCAL# 7818 Eden, NC James Jeffrey Eanes voluntarily surrendered his auctioneer license effective July 25, 2024.
East Coast Finanical, Inc. NCAL# 8995 Chamblee, GA Effective February 14, 2011, Mr. Levinsohn voluntarily permanently surrendered his North Carolina auction license. This action resulted from Mr. Levinsohn's newspaper advertisements about "Bernie Madoff Auctions" which were believed to be false and misleading. This is a violation of G.S. 85B-8(a)(2) and (4); 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(6)(B); and 21 NCAC 4B.0604(a).
Emanuel, Jr., Kenneth Mac  NCAL# 10203 Shallotte, NC Kenneth Mac Emanuel, Jr. voluntarily surrendered his auctioneer license effective May 20, 2022.
Ervin, R. Danny NCAL# 1007 Mooresville, NC Effective September 10, 2001, R. Danny Ervin's auctioneer license was revoked for selling, or offering to sell, goods or real estate at auction in this State or perform any act for which an auction firm license is required without a currently valid license issued under N.C.G.S 85B; for not possessing an auction firm license; and for violating any order of the Auctioneer Licensing Board requiring a licensee to comply with any provision of the Board's law or administrative rules. Mr. Ervin did not appeal the Revocation of his auctioneer license as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of the violations.
Estate Galleries  NCAL# 9380 Raleigh, NC Effective March 11, 2013, Estate Galleries auction firm license was permanently revoked for violation of G.S. 85B-4(g); G.S 85B-7(a)and (b); G.S. 85B-7.1(a) G.S. 85B-8(a)(2),(3),(5),(7), and (10); 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(6)(A) and (11); 21 NCAC 4B.0602(a); and, 21 NCAC 4B.0606(b). An Administrative Hearing was held on February 11, 2013, N.C. Auctioneer Licensing Board vs. Estate Galleries. Garris Neal Yarborough, the Board's Legal Counsel presided at the hearing and the respondent, Gary Louis Nadel, elected to proceed pro se. On March 11, 2013 the Board adopted the Proposed Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law submitted by Board Counsel and revoked the auction firm license of Estate Galleries.
Franklin Auction, Inc.   NCAL# 10192 Franklin, NC Gregory Edward Vernelson voluntarily surrendered his auctioneer license and the auction firm license for Franklin Auction, Inc., effective July 30, 2019.
Godwin, George S NCAL# 5351 Spring Hope, NC Effective August 10, 2015, George S. Godwin's auctioneer license was revoked violation of NCGS 85B-7 No licensee shall conduct an auction in this State without first having a written agreement with the owner of any property to be sold. The agreement must contain the terms and conditions upon which the auctioneer received the goods for sale. The licensee shall provide the owner with a signed copy of the agreement and shall keep at least one copy for this own records for two years from the date of the agreement. Copies of all contracts shall be made available to the Commission or its designated agent upon request; NCGS 8B-8(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale; and, NCGS 85B-8(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission. Mr. Godwin waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of violations.
Grandeur Luxury Auctions Inc. NCAL# 10019 Davidson, NC Grandeur Luxury Auctions Inc. voluntarily surrendered its auction firm license effective January 18, 2017.
Hall, Troy L.  NCAL# 4703 Elkin, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, the Auctioneer license of Troy L. Hall was suspended for a period of one (1) year, effective June 15, 2022 for a violation of 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) In auctions of consigned property, any buyer's premium shall be calculated, collected, and distributed according to terms authorized by the consignor in a written auction contract, a violation of 21 NCAC 04B .0604(e) regarding bidder registration records, and a violation of G.S. 85B-7(d) regarding sales records, as well as additional auction irregularities. Pursuant to a Settlement Agreement entered into between the licensee and the Board on June 28, 2023, Troy L. Hall was assessed a Civil Penalty of $800.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for issues occurring during the period that his Auctioneer license was in suspended status from June 15, 2022 to June 15, 2023. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Heller, Thomas B. NCAL# 6043 Stuart, FL Effective April 10, 2000, Thomas Heller's auctioneer license was revoked indefinitely for failing to account for or to pay within a reasonable time funds that belong to another; for acts of conduct in connection with a sales transaction which demonstrates bad faith or dishonesty; and for failing to possess truth, honesty and integrity sufficient to be entitled to the high regard and confidence of the public. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to revoke Thomas B. Heller's auctioneer license and referred the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings as prescribed by Chapter 150B. Thomas Heller failed to respond as required and the Board revoked Thomas Heller's license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Henderson Auction Gallery NCAL# 9664 Louisburg, NC Ms. Brigandi voluntarily surrendered Henderson Auction Gallery's firm license effective November 5, 2015.
Hendrix Auction & Realty   NCAL# 9230   Tobaccoville, NC Wendy Hendrix Rierson voluntarily surrendered her auctioneer license and the auction firm license for Hendrix Auction & Realty effective November 18, 2024.
Hicks, Harold Lawrence  NCAL# 7862 Boonville, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, Mr. Hicks paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $250.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violations of 21 NCAC 04B .0404(a)(5) auctioneering at an unlicensed auction firm sale. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was April 14, 2023.
Higgins , Ricky Dale dba Triple H Auction Company  NCAL# 9700 Sparts, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, Mr. Higgins paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $500.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violations of 21 NCAC 04B .0404(a)(5) auctioneering at an unlicensed auction firm sale. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was April 14, 2023.
Hoggard, Joseph Brent dba The Red Barn Antiques NCAL# 5707 Nashville, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, Mr. Hoggard received a six (6) month suspension for violations of N.C.G.S. 85B-7(a) involving signed contracts, N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(a) involving signed settlement statements, N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(3) involving the payment of auction proceeds to consignment sellers within 30 days, and 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers. The suspension was abatable to zero (0) days suspensions if the licensees took and passed the NC Auction Firm Examination and paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $2,000.00 prior to April 15, 2023. The conditions were met, and the suspension was fully abated on April 3, 2023. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Hutchens, Michael Houston NCAL# 6922 Mount Airy, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board, Mr. Hutchens paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $500.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violations of 21 NCAC 04B .0404(a)(5) auctioneering at an unlicensed auction firm sale. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was April 14, 2023.
IronPlanet, Inc. NCAL# 9309 Pleasanton, CA Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board effective January 9, 2023, Iron Planet, Inc. was assessed a Civil Penalty of $500.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violations of 21 NCAC 94B .0405(b) involving civil lawsuit reporting requirements. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
John Pait & Associates, Inc.  NCAL# 5461 Greensboro, NC Effective March 10, 2014, John Pait and Associates, Inc.s' auctioneer license was permanently revoked for lack of financial responsibility for violation of 85B-8(a)(11);0404(a)(11) being incompetent in practice; and, 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(9) violated any federal or state statute or rule which relates to the auctioneering profession.
Johnson, Steven R. NCAL# 9781 Shawboro, NC ffective January 10, 2017, Steven R. Johnson was permanently revoked for violation of the following: N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(a) Each licensee who does not disburse all funds to the seller on auction day shall maintain a trust or escrow account and shall deposit in the account all funds that are received for the benefit of another person and are not disbursed to the seller on auction day; N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(2) A continued and flagrant course of misrepresentation or making false promises, either by the licensee, an employee of the licensee, or by someone acting on behalf of and with the licensees consent; N.C.G.S. 85B-(8)(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale; NC.G.S. 85B-8 (a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission; 21 NCAC 4B.404(a)(1) violation of any provision of N.C.G.S. 85B; 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(2) violation of any provision of the Rules under 21 NCAC, Subchapter 4B; 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(6)(A) failure to completely cooperate with any investigation; 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(11) being incompetent in practice; 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(12) engaging in unprofessional conduct; and 21 NCAC 4B.0603(c) Every auctioneer/firm that does not disburse all funds to the seller on auction day shall establish and maintain a separate bank account designated as Custodial Account for Sellers Proceeds or some similar identifying designation, to disclose that the depositor is acting as a fiduciary and that the funds in the account are trust funds. Steven R. Johnson waived his right to appeal as allowed by law.
Kendall, Auto Auction, Inc. NCAL# 5899 Goldsboro, NC Effective October 2, 1999, Kendall Auto Auction, Inc.'s firm license was suspended indefinitely for failing to notify the Board of a civil judgement against the firm and for falsely answering statements on renewal applications. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to suspend or revoke Kendall Auto Auction, Inc.'s auction firm license and referred the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings as prescribed by Chapter 150B. Kendall Auto Auction, Inc. failed to respond as required and the Board suspended Kendall Auto Auction, Inc.'s license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Kennedy , Jr. , Wayne Verlon  NCAL# 8947 Louisburg, NC Effective August 29, 2017, Wayne V. Kennedy, dba Family Auction House, was permanently revoked for violation of the following: N.C.G.S. 85B-8 (a) (3) Any failure to account for or pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale.; N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(7) Commingling the funds or property of a client with the licensees own or failing to maintain and deposit in a trust or escrow account in an insured bank or savings and loan association located in North Carolina funds received for another person through sale at auction.; N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission.; and N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(11) A demonstrated lack of financial responsibility. Wayne V. Kennedy waived his right to appeal as allowed by law. Pursuant to three subsequent complaints filed with the Board against Wayne V. Kennedy, dba Family Auction House, on September 5, 2017, November 13, 2017, and November 13, 2017, and as the result of completed investigations of each complaint the Board found that probable cause existed to find that the licensee violated N.C.G.S. 85B-8 (a) (2) A continued and flagrant course of misrepresentation or making false promises, N.C.G.S. 85B-8 (a) (3) Any failure to account for or pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale.; and N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission. Further, the Board found that these violations would have substantiated a disciplinary finding of revocation, but for the license having been previously revoked effective August 29, 2017.
LaRoque, Stephen Alexander  NCAL# 9940 Kinston, NC Stephen Alexander LaRoque voluntarily surrendered his auctioneer license effective January 15, 2016.
Ledbetter, P. Matthew dba Ledbetter Auctions NCAL# 10525 Gibsonville, NC Following an Administrative Hearing on March 11, 2024, the license of Phillips Matthew Ledbetter (dba Ledbetter Auctions) was Suspended for three (3) months and a civil penalty of $500.00 was assessed for violations of NCGS 85B-4(a) conducting auctions while in the firm's license was in Lapsed status, NCGS 85B-7.1(a) regarding settlement statement signatures, NCGS 85B-8(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensee's possession through an auction sale, and 21 NCAC .04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers in a written auction contract. Per the provisions of NCGS 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was April 15, 2024.
Leviner, Earnest Eugene  NCAL# 8126 West End, NC Effective January 25, 2007, Mr. Leviner's auctioneer license was revoked for two violations of failing to maintain a trust or escrow account and deposit in the account all funds that are received for the benefit of another person as required by N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(a); for two violations of failing to maintain, for not less than five years, complete records showing the deposit, maintenance, and withdrawal of trust or escrow funds and the disbursement of funds on auction day as required by N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(b); for two violations of failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale as required by N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(3); for one violation of commingling the funds or property of a client with the licensees own or failing to maintain and deposit in a trust or escrow account in an insured bank or savings and loan association located in North Carolina funds received for another person through sale at auction as required by N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(7); for one violation of the commission or conviction of a crime that is punishable as a felony offense under the laws of North Carolina or the laws of the jurisdiction where committed or convicted, or the commission of any act involving fraud or moral turpitude as referenced by N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(9); for two violations of failure to completely cooperate with any investigation as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(6)(A); for two violations of making any false statement or giving any false information in connection with any investigation by the Board or the Boards designee as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(6)(B); for one violation of committing a crime the circumstances of which substantially relate to the auctioneering profession as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(8); for two violations of engaging in unprofessional conduct as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(12); for one violation of obtaining or attempting to obtain compensation by fraud or deceit as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(13); and for two violations of failure to possess truth, honesty and integrity sufficient to be entitled to the high regard and confidence of the public as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(15).Earnest Eugene Leviner waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board's findings of violations.
Levinsohn, Adam Saul  NCAL# 8975 Chamblee, GA Effective February 14, 2011, Mr. Levinsohn voluntarily permanently surrendered his North Carolina auction license. This action resulted from Mr. Levinsohn's newspaper advertisements about "Bernie Madoff Auctions" which were believed to be false and misleading. This is a violation of G.S. 85B-8(a)(2) and (4); 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(6)(B); and 21 NCAC 4B.0604(a).
Loeser, Jr., Alan D. NCAL# 7185 Milford, CT Effective April 11, 2005, Alan D. Loeser, Jr.'s auctioneer license was revoked for one violation of making a false statement or giving any false information in connection with an application for renewal of a license; for five violations of failing to properly make disclosures required by 21 NCAC 4B .0405; for five violations of failing to report in writing to the Board any and all civil suits involving them that are based upon any allegation of gross negligence, dishonesty, fraud, misrepresentation or incompetency, or that in any way involve an auction sale or a transaction related to an auction matter or auctioneering; and for one violation of failing to notify the Board in writing of each change or addition of residence or business address within 10 days of the occurrence of such change. Alan D. Loeser, Jr. waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board's findings of violations.
Loeser, Sr., Alan D.   NCAL# 7177 Shrewsbury, PA Effective May 23, 2006, Alan D. Loeser, Sr.'s auctioneer license was revoked for giving false statements or false information on one or more applications for renewal of his auctioneer license as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(6); for failing to completely cooperate with an investigation as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(6)(A); for making one or more false statements or giving false information in connection with a Board's investigation as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B (a)(6)(B); for failing to properly disclose numerous civil actions filed against Auctions Worldwide or him as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0405(b) in violation of 21 NCAC 4B .0404(a)(16); and for failing to notify the Board of his change of address within ten days of the occurrence of the change as referenced by 21 NCAC 4B .0601(a) and (e). Mr. Loeser appealed the Notice of Probable Cause and an Administrative Hearing was subsequently conducted before the State Office of Administrative Hearings. Upon recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge, and following deliberation, the Licensing Board adopted the Proposal For Decision filed by the Administrative Law Judge and signed a Final Agency Decision.
Luttrell, Jeffrey Wayne  NCAL# 8984 Salisbury, NC Effective January 25, 2011, Jeffrey Wayne Luttrell's auctioneer license was revoked for violation of G.S. 85B-8(a)(3) and (10) for failure to pay for items sold at auction and for not providing a final settlement statement. Mr. Luttrell waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of violations.
Maxwell, Edgar H. NCAL# 503 Fayetteville, NC Edgar H. Maxwell's auctioneer license was voluntarily permanently surrendered. This action resulted from violations that included failing to provide a seller with a settlement statement; for failing to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensee's possession through an auction sale; for any act of conduct in connection with a sales transaction which demonstrates bad faith or dishonesty; for commingling funds or property of a client with the licensee's own; for the commission or conviction of a crime that is punishable as a felony offense under the laws of North Carolina or the laws of the jurisdiction where committed or convicted, or the commission of any act involving fraud or moral turpitude; for a demonstrated lack of financial responsibility; for committing a crime the circumstances of which substantially relate to the auctioneering profession; being incompetent in practice; engaging in unprofessional conduct; for drawing on the custodial account for sellers for other purposes other than providing the net proceeds to the seller, or to any person that the auctioneer knows is entitled to payment, other than to pay lawful charges against the property which the auctioneer shall in its capacity as agent, be required to pay, and other than to obtain any sums due the auctioneer as compensation for its services; for failing to retain monies in a trust or escrow account when a dispute between the licensee and any person in whose name trust or escrow funds are held until the auctioneer has obtained a written release from the parties consenting to its disposition or until disbursement is ordered by a court of competent jurisdiction. A Settlement Agreement and Consent Order were entered into between the Board and Edgar H. Maxwell prior to a scheduled hearing, in which he agreed to the above stipulations. Edgar H. Maxwell admitted to the Board's findings of violations.
Maye, Aaron T.  NCAL# 9349 Monroe, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensees and the Board, Aaron T. Maye and ATM Auction & Realty, LLC received ninety (90) day suspensions for violations of 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers, and 21 NCAC 04B .0605(a) involving licensee/licensee employees placing bids in an auction without announcing that activity to all bidders. The suspensions were abatable to zero (0) days suspensions if Mr. Maye took and passed the NC Auction Firm Examination and paid a civil penalty to the Board in the amount of $1,000.00 prior to September 1, 2023. The conditions were met, and the suspensions were fully abated on August 10, 2023. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
McCoon, Jason R. NCAL# 8690 Raleigh, NC Effective January 12, 2015, Jason R. McCoon's auctioneer license #8690 was permanently revoked for the following violations: NCGS 85B-7(a) No licensee shall conduct an auction in this State without first having a written agreement with the owner of any property to be sold. The agreement must contain the terms and conditions upon which the auctioneer received the goods for sale. The licensee shall provide the owner with a signed copy of the agreement and shall keep at least one copy for his own records for two years from the date of the agreement. Copies of all contracts shall be made available to the Commission or its designated agent at reasonable times; NCGS 85B-7.1(a) At or before the time of all final settlements, the auctioneer shall provide the seller or consignor with a settlement statement, which includes a description of all goods sold, the selling price of the goods sold, the net proceeds due to the seller or consignor, the name and address of the person receiving the disbursement, and the amount of the disbursement. All settlement statements shall be signed by the licensee or the licensees agent and by the person receiving the disbursement; NCGS 85 B-8(a)(2) A continued and flagrant course of misrepresentation or making false promises, either by the licensee, an employee of the license, or by someone acting on behalf of and with the licenses consent; NCGS 85B-8(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale; NCGS 85B-8(a)(7) Commingling the funds or property of a client with the licensees own; NCGS 85B-8(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this chapter or by the Commission; and, 21 NCAC 4B .0603(e) The Custodial Account for Sellers shall be drawn on only for payment of: 1-the net proceeds to seller, 2-lawfull charges against the property, and, 3-to obtain any sums due the auctioneer. Mr. McCoon made an appeal to the Board in the established time as allowed by Law. An Administrative Hearing was held on December 8, 2014, N.C., Auctioneer Licensing Board vs. Jason R. McCoon, the Board's Legal Counsel presided at the hearing and the respondent, Jason R. McCoon, elected to proceed pro se. On January 12, 2015 the Board adopted the Proposed Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law submitted by Board Counsel and revoked the auctioneer license of Jason R. McCoon.
McDonald, Cheryl M. NCAL# 6456 Wilmington, NC Effective March 1, 2002, Cheryl M. McDonald's auctioneer license was suspended indefinitely for failing to maintain accounting records, for failing to maintain records which identify the purchaser of all goods sold, for failing to completely cooperate with any investigation, for making any false statement or giving any false information in connection with any investigation by the Board or the Board`s designee, for engaging in unprofessional conduct, and for violating any order of the Auctioneer Licensing Board requiring a licensee to comply with any provision of the Board's law or administrative rules. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to suspend or revoke Cheryl McDonald`s auctioneer license. Cheryl McDonald failed to appeal the Board's decision and the Board suspended Cheryl McDonald`s license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Mendenhall, Forrest Wayne NCAL #3231 High Point, NC Following an Administrative Hearing on February 11, 2019, the licenses of Forrest Wayne Mendenhall (NCAL #3231) and Mendenhall Auction Company, Inc. (NCFL # 211) were revoked for violations of NCGS 85B(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale; NCGS 85B(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission; NCGS 85B(a)(11) A demonstrated lack of financial responsibility; 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(6)(A) failure to completely cooperate with any investigation; 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(12) engaging in unprofessional conduct; 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(15) failure to possess truth, honesty and integrity sufficient to be entitled to the high regard and confidence of the public; and 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(16) failure to properly make the disclosures required by 21 NCAC 4B .0405.
Mendenhall Auction Company, Inc.  NCAL# 211 Archdale, NC Following an Administrative Hearing on February 11, 2019, the licenses of Forrest Wayne Mendenhall (NCAL #3231) and Mendenhall Auction Company, Inc. (NCFL # 211) were revoked for violations of NCGS 85B(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale; NCGS 85B(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission; NCGS 85B(a)(11) A demonstrated lack of financial responsibility; 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(6)(A) failure to completely cooperate with any investigation; 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(12) engaging in unprofessional conduct; 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(15) failure to possess truth, honesty and integrity sufficient to be entitled to the high regard and confidence of the public; and 21 N.C.A.C. 4B .0404(a)(16) failure to properly make the disclosures required by 21 NCAC 4B .0405.
Mt. Airy Livestock Exchange NCAL# 10165 Mt. Airy, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board effective August 12, 2024, Mt. Airy Livestock Exchange was assessed a Civil Penalty of $2,000.00 and received a license Suspension for a period of thirty (30) days for violations of NCGS 85B-7(a) regarding signed auction contracts, NCGS 85B-7.1(a) regarding settlement statement signatures, 21 NCAC 04B .0603(a) regarding custodial account use, and 21 NCAC .04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers. The period of Suspension was abatable to zero (0) days if the Designated Person for the licensee took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to October 13, 2024. The licensee's Designated Person took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to October 13, 2024, and the license Suspension was abated from thirty (30) days to zero (0) days. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Northcutt, Steve A.  NCAL# 3968 Wadesboro, NC Effective July 26, 2011, Mr. Northcutt's auctioneer license was permanently revoked due to violation of N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(10), failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this chapter or by the Commission.
Oberoi, Gulshan Kumar NCAL# 6691 Potomic, MD Effective October 18, 2000, Mr. Oberoi voluntarily permanently surrendered his North Carolina auctioneer license. This action resulted from Mr. Oberoi who was not exempt under G.S. 85B-2 for selling or offering to sell goods or real estate at auction in North Carolina without holding a current valid auctioneer; for engaging in unprofessional conduct; for obtaining or attempting to obtain compensation by fraud or deceit; for failure to possess truth, honesty and integrity sufficient to be entitled to the high regard and confidence of the public; and for advertising a house without intending to offer that house for sale at the advertised auction. A Settlement Agreement and Consent Order were entered into between the Board and Mr. Oberoi, prior to a scheduled hearing, in which he agreed to the above stipulations. Mr. Oberoi neither admitted nor denied the findings of fact and conclusions of law.
Pait, John F.  NCAL# 1064 Greesboro, NC Effective March 10, 2014, John F. Pait's auctioneer license was permanently revoked for lack of financial responsibility for violation of 85B-8(a)(11);0404(a)(11) being incompetent in practice; and, 21 NCAC 4B.0404(a)(9) violated any federal or state statute or rule which relates to the auctioneering profession.
Phillips, II, George W. NCAL #5398 Pittsboro, NC Effective September 27, 1999, George Phillips' auctioneer license was suspended indefinitely for failing to report that a civil judgment had been filed against him; for making a false statement or giving false information in connection with an application for a license, renewal, or reinstatement of a license; and for failing to possess truth, honesty and integrity to be entitled to the high regard and confidence of the public. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to suspend or revoke George Phillips' auctioneer license and referred the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings as prescribed by Chapter 150B. George Phillips failed to respond as required and the Board suspended George Phillips' license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Refined Spaces NC, LLC - Caring Trans.Chapel Hill  NCAL# 10589 Durham, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board effective April 8, 2024, Refined Spaces NC, LLC (dba Caring Transitions of Chapel Hill) was assessed a civil penalty of $500.00 and received a license Suspension for a period of sixty (60) days for violations of NCGS 85B-4(a) conducting an auction while the firm's license was in Lapsed status, NCGS 85B-7.1(a) regarding settlement statement signatures, 21 NCAC 04B .0603(a) regarding custodial account use, 21 NCAC .04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers in a written auction contract, and 21 NCAC 04B .0605(a) involving licensee/licensee employees placing bids in an auction without announcing that activity to all bidders. The period of Suspension was abatable to zero (0) days if the Designated Person for the licensee took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to June 1, 2024. The licensee's Designated Person took and passed the NCALB Auction Firm Examination prior to June 1, 2024, and the license Suspension was abated from sixty (60) days to zero (0) days. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Rierson, Wendy Hendrix  NCAL #9102 Tobaccoville, NC Wendy Hendrix Rierson voluntarily surrendered her auctioneer license and the auction firm license for Hendrix Auction & Realty effective November 18, 2024.
Rex Venture Group, LLC  NCAL# 9401 Lexington, NC Effective June 10, 2013, Rex Venture Group, LLC's auction firm license was revoked indefinitely for failing to notify the North Carolina Auctioneer Licensing Board of it's involvement in a court action (a civil suit) as required by 21 NCAC 4B .0405(b).
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (America), Inc.   NCAL# 6980 Lincoln, NE Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensee and the Board effective January 9, 2023, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (America), Inc. was assessed a Civil Penalty of $500.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violations of 21 NCAC 94B .0405(b) involving civil lawsuit reporting requirements. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Rudisill, Nolan R. NCAL# 10253 Madison, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order, licensee Nolan R. Rudisill received a thirty (30) day suspension for violations of N.C.G.S. 85B-7.1(a) no signed settlement statement and 21 NCAC 04B .0604(g) regarding buyer's premium authorization. The suspension was abatable to zero (0) days suspension if Mr. Rudisill successfully completed certain educational conditions and paid a civil penalty in the amount of $750.00 prior to September 1, 2022. The conditions were met, and the suspension was fully abated on August 26, 2022. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards.
Russell, Joseph Warren NCAL# 4039 Thomasville, NC ffective November 23, 2011, Mr. Russell's North Carolina auctioneer license was permanently revoked for failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commmission, N.C.G.S. 85B-8(a)(10).
Second (2nd) Chance Furniture  NCAL# 9400 Bunn, NC Effective April 13, 2015, 2nd Chance Furniture's Auction Firm License #9400 was revoked for the following; failure to sign an auction contract, failure to pay seller for property sold at auction, and failure to respond to complaint. This is a violation N.C.G.S. 85B-7(a) and N.C.G.S. 85B-8 (a)(10).
Sigmon, James T.  NCAL# 6012 Stanley, NC Effective December 22, 1999, Mr. Sigmon's auctioneer license was suspended indefinitely for failing to notify the Board of two felony warrants, for falsely answering statements on renewal applications, for providing a check for renewal on a closed account and for failing to provide documents or information required by the Board. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to suspend or revoke Mr. Sigmon's auctioneer license and referred the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings as prescribed by Chapter 150B. Mr. Sigmon failed to respond as required and the Board suspended Mr. Sigmon's license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Smith, Eric H.  NCAL# 7565 Reidsville, NC February 26, 2005, Mr. Smith's auctioneer license was revoked for failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission; for failure to completely cooperate with any investigation; and for engaging in unprofessional conduct. Eric Smith waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board's findings of the violations.
Smith, Cynthia Kaye NCAL# 7208 Hillsborough, NC Cynthia Kaye Smith voluntarily surrendered her auctioneer license effective December 17, 2015.
Terry, Paul Blake NCAL# 6902 Weaverville, NC Paul Blake Terry voluntarily surrendered his auctioneer license effective March 2, 2017. Pursuant to formal complaints having been filed prior to the license surrender and as a result of the completed investigation, the Board found that probable cause existed to find that the licensee violated NCGS 85B-8(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale, and that the licensee violated NCGS 85B-8(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission, which would have substantiated a disciplinary finding of revocation, but for the license having been previously surrendered.
Tony Quarles Enterprises  NCAL# 6830 Harrisburg, NC Effective May 24, 2011, Tony Quarles Enterprises' auction firm license was revoked for conducting an auction in this State without first having a written agreement, for failing to maintain consignment records; for failing to maintain sales records; for failing to maintain a trust or escrow account and for failing to deposit in the account all funds that are received for the benefit of another person that is not disbursed to the seller on auction day; for failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensee's possession through an auction sale; for failing to prepare a receipt or settlement statement. This is in violation of G.S. 85B-7(a) G.S., 85B-7.1(a)(b), and G.S. 85-8(a)(3) and (7). Tony Quarles waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board's findings of violations.
Tory Hill Auction Co.  NCAL# 8707 Raleigh, NC Effective January 12, 2015, Tory Hill Auction Company's auction firm license NCAL #8707 was permanently revoked for the following violations: NCGS 85B-7(a) No licensee shall conduct an auction in this State without first having a written agreement with the owner of any property to be sold. The agreement must contain the terms and conditions upon which the auctioneer received the goods for sale. The licensee shall provide the owner with a signed copy of the agreement and shall keep at least one copy for his own records for two years from the date of the agreement. Copies of all contracts shall be made available to the Commission or its designated agent at reasonable times; NCGS 85B-7.1(a) At or before the time of all final settlements, the auctioneer shall provide the seller or consignor with a settlement statement, which includes a description of all goods sold, the selling price of the goods sold, the net proceeds due to the seller or consignor, the name and address of the person receiving the disbursement, and the amount of the disbursement. All settlement statements shall be signed by the licensee or the licensees agent and by the person receiving the disbursement; NCGS 85 B-8(a)(2) A continued and flagrant course of misrepresentation or making false promises, either by the licensee, an employee of the license, or by someone acting on behalf of and with the licenses consent; NCGS 85B-8(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale; NCGS 85B-8(a)(7) Commingling the funds or property of a client with the licensees own; NCGS 85B-8(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this chapter or by the Commission; and, 21 NCAC 4B .0603(e) The Custodial Account for Sellers shall be drawn on only for payment of: 1-the net proceeds to seller, 2-lawfull charges against the property, and, 3-to obtain any sums due the auctioneer. An Administrative Hearing was held on December 8, 2014, N.C. Mr. McCoon made an appeal to the Board in the established time as allowed by Law. Auctioneer Licensing Board vs. Tory Hill Auction Co., the Board's Legal Counsel presided at the hearing and the respondent, Jason R. McCoon, elected to proceed pro se. On January 12, 2015 the Board adopted the Proposed Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law submitted by Board Counsel and revoked the auction license Tory Hill Auction Co.
Varsha, Alon   NCAL# 5889 Van Nuys, CA Effective November 1, 1999, Alon Varsha's auctioneer license was suspended indefinitely for falsely answering statements on an initial application, for falsely answering statements on renewal applications and for failing to provide documents or information required by the Board. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to suspend or revoke Alon Varsha's auctioneer license and referred the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings as prescribed by Chapter 150B. Alon Varsha failed to respond as required and the Board suspended Alon Varsha's license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Vernelson, Gregory Edward   NCAL# 8230 Franklin, NC Gregory Edward Vernelson voluntarily surrendered his auctioneer license and the auction firm license for Franklin Auction, Inc., effective July 30, 2019.
Wayne Evans Auction Co., Inc. NCAL# 7555 Columbus, GA Effective November 1, 2010, Wayne Evans Auction Co., Inc. and Richard Wayne Evans, auctioneer #5078 licenses were revoked for failing to provide a written settlement statement and failing to pay proceeds to seller from three autions. This is a vioation of G.S. 85B-7.1(a); G.S. 85B-7.1(b); and G.S. 85B-8(a)(3). Mr. Evans waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of the violations.
Evans. Richard Wayne NCAL# 5078 Columbus, GA Effective November 1, 2010, Wayne Evans Auction Co., Inc. and Richard Wayne Evans, auctioneer #5078 licenses were revoked for failing to provide a written settlement statement and failing to pay proceeds to seller from three autions. This is a vioation of G.S. 85B-7.1(a); G.S. 85B-7.1(b); and G.S. 85B-8(a)(3). Mr. Evans waived his right to appeal as allowed by law and agreed to the Board`s findings of the violations.
Weber, Andrew Raymond NCAL# 9579 Mt. Pleasant, NC Andrew Raymond Weber voluntarily surrendered Auctioneer License #9579 and Auction Firm License #9760 (ACT Auctions) pursuant to a Consent Agreement with the Board effective December 17, 2018.
White, Randolph H. NCAL# 5453 Raleigh, NC Effective May 25, 2002, Randolph White's auctioneer license was suspended indefinitely for failure to completely cooperate with an investigation; for violating an order of the Auctioneer Licensing Board requiring him to comply with provisions of the Board's law or administrative rules; and for engaging in unprofessional conduct. Following an investigation into this matter, the Board found probable cause to suspend or revoke Randolph White's auctioneer license and referred the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings as prescribed by Chapter 150B. Randolph White failed to respond as required and the Board suspended Randolph White's license indefinitely as allowed by law.
Wilson, J. Travis NCAL# 9739 Weaverville, NC Pursuant to a Consent Order entered into between the licensees and the Board, licensees Travis Wilson and Broken Arch Auction, LLC paid a civil penalty in the amount of $750.00 and received a Letter of Reprimand for violation of NCGS 85B-7.1(a) regarding settlement statement signatures, 21 NCAC .04B .0604(g) involving buyer's premium not authorized by consigning sellers in a written auction contract, and 21 NCAC 04B .0605(a) involving licensee/licensee employees placing bids in an auction without announcing that activity to all bidders. Per the provisions of N.C.G.S. 85B, all collected civil penalties are forwarded to local school boards. The effective date of the Consent Order was April 8, 2024.
Wilson & Terry Auction Company  NCAL# 6909 Weaverville, NC Wilson & Terry Auction Company voluntarily surrendered its auction firm license effective March 2, 2017. Pursuant to formal complaints having been filed prior to the license surrender and as a result of the completed investigation, the Board found that probable cause existed to find that the licensee violated NCGS 85B-8(a)(3) Any failure to account for or to pay over within a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, funds belonging to another which have come into the licensees possession through an auction sale, and that the licensee violated NCGS 85B-8(a)(10) Failure to properly make any disclosures or to provide documents or information required by this Chapter or by the Commission, which would have substantiated a disciplinary finding of revocation, but for the license having been previously surrendered.
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