§ 14-34.8. Criminal use of laser device. - North Carolina Statutes

§14‑34.8.  Criminal use of laser device.

(a)        For purposes ofthis section, the term "laser" means light amplification bystimulated emission of radiation.

(b)        It is unlawfulintentionally to point a laser device at a law enforcement officer, or at thehead or face of another person, while the device is emitting a laser beam.

(c)        A violation of thissection is an infraction.

(d)        This section doesnot apply to a law enforcement officer who uses a laser device in dischargingor attempting to discharge the officer's official duties. This section does notapply to a health care professional who uses a laser device in providingservices within the scope of practice of that professional nor to any otherperson who is licensed or authorized by law to use a laser device or uses it inthe performance of the person's official duties.

(e)        This section doesnot apply to laser tag, paintball guns, and other similar games and devicesusing light emitting diode (LED) technology. (1999‑401, s. 1.)