Frequently Asked Questions

Be thorough and honest. Incorrect or incomplete response information can and does cause license applications to be denied.

Failure to realize that the word ever means EVER.  (The exception is that subsequently expunged criminal history information does not need to be disclosed.)

Possibly, but each application is reviewed on its own merits, and on a case-by-case basis.  Further, any criminal history-based denial decision can only come following consideration and analysis of the factors listed in N.C.G.S. 93B-8.1(b)(b1) and N.C.G.S. 85B-3.2(d).

YES.  See information to request a predetermination decision - Pre-determination Petition or contact the NCALB office at 919-567-2844 or email info@ncalb.org

No.  If you suspect that your criminal history may ultimately keep you from being approved for a license, you may want to request a predetermination decision from the Board prior to investing the time, energy, and expense involved in attending auction school.

Upon being issued a license, auctioneers are permitted to assume the fiduciary duty of being trusted with the property (and proceeds from the sale of property) of their auction clients.

Possibly.  The Board assesses the past and current status of applicants and may deny licensure upon determination that a demonstrated lack of financial responsibility exists.

The Board may require a current credit report in certain circumstances, including bankruptcies, unsatisfied judgments, and worthless check criminal convictions.

No.  North Carolina law requires occupational licensing boards to make criminal history-based predetermination decisions when requested, but not for any other reason.

Yes.  Any applicant whose license   application has initially been denied has 30 days from the date of notification to request a formal administrative hearing before the Board.  This is an   opportunity to challenge information, present evidence, present witnesses, and offer testimony prior to the Board reaching any final agency decision.