§ 75-85. Investigations by Attorney General. - North Carolina Statutes

§75‑85.  Investigations by Attorney General.

The Attorney General isauthorized to investigate any allegation of a violation of this Article made bya motor fuel merchant or by an association or group of motor fuel merchants. Ifan investigation discloses a violation, the Attorney General may exercise theauthority under this Article to seek an injunction and he may also seek civilpenalties. The clear proceeds of civil penalties provided for in this sectionshall be remitted to the Civil Penalty and Forfeiture Fund in accordance withG.S. 115C‑457.2. (1985 (Reg. Sess., 1986), c. 972, s. 1; 1998‑215,s. 104.)