§ 128-19. Suspension pending hearing; how vacancy filled. - North Carolina Statutes

§128‑19.  Suspension pending hearing; how vacancy filled.

Upon the filing of thepetition in the office of the clerk of the superior court, and the presentationof the same to the judge, the judge may suspend the accused from office if inhis judgment sufficient cause appear from the petition and affidavit, oraffidavits, which may be presented in support of the charges contained therein.In case of suspension, as herein provided, the temporary vacancy shall befilled in the manner provided by law for filling of the vacancies in suchoffice. (P.L. 1913, c. 761, s. 23; 1919, c. 288; C.S., s.3211.)