North Carolina Paralegal Certification Exam| Questions and Answers Graded A| 2025/2026
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This document provides a set of graded questions and answers for the North Carolina Paralegal Certification Exam, covering key legal concepts and rules for 2025/2026. It includes topics such as the duty of confidentiality, statute of limitations, tenancy types, the rule against perpetuities, breach...
North Carolina Paralegal Certification
Exam| Questions and Answers Graded
A| 2025/2026
What is the duty of confidentiality under the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct?
Lawyers must not disclose client information without informed consent, except as permitted
or required by law.
Can a North Carolina lawyer represent two clients with conflicting interests?
Only if the lawyer obtains informed, written consent from both clients after full disclosure of
the conflict.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in North Carolina?
Three years from the date of the injury.
What is required for proper service of process under North Carolina law?
Delivery of a summons and complaint by a sheriff or other authorized person, or by certified
mail with a return receipt.
What type of tenancy is created when a landlord and tenant agree to lease terms for an indefinite
period?
A periodic tenancy.
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,What is the rule against perpetuities in North Carolina?
No interest is valid unless it must vest, if at all, no later than 21 years after the death of a
relevant life in being.
What is the primary remedy for a breach of contract in North Carolina?
Remedies include compensatory damages, specific performance, and rescission.
How should a lawyer handle receiving an inadvertently sent document containing privileged
information?
Notify the sender and follow their instructions regarding its handling.
What is the age of criminal responsibility in North Carolina?
A juvenile may be charged with a crime at age 16 or older; younger children are generally
subject to juvenile proceedings.
What is the penalty for a Class C felony in North Carolina?
Typically, imprisonment ranging from 44 to 182 months, depending on prior convictions and
aggravating factors.
What is a Rule 12(b)(6) motion under the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure?
A motion to dismiss a complaint for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted.
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,How does North Carolina treat comparative negligence?
North Carolina follows a contributory negligence rule, barring recovery if the plaintiff is
even 1% at fault.
What constitutes anticipatory repudiation in a contract dispute?
A clear and unequivocal refusal by one party to perform their contractual obligations before
they are due.
What is the difference between first-degree murder and second-degree murder in North
Carolina?
First-degree murder requires premeditation and deliberation; second-degree murder does not.
What is a power of attorney, and how is it executed in North Carolina?
A legal document granting authority to another person, executed by signing in the presence
of a notary.
What is a holographic will under North Carolina law?
A will written entirely in the testator's handwriting and signed by the testator, with no
witnesses required.
What is the consequence of failing to report another lawyer's misconduct in North Carolina?
It may result in disciplinary action against the lawyer who failed to report.
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, What are the limitations on non-compete agreements in North Carolina?
They must be reasonable in scope, duration, and geographic area to protect legitimate
business interests.
What is the effect of a joint tenancy with right of survivorship in North Carolina?
Upon the death of one tenant, their interest automatically passes to the surviving tenant(s).
What constitutes burglary in the first degree in North Carolina?
Breaking and entering into a dwelling at night with the intent to commit a felony or larceny
inside while someone is present.
Can oral contracts be enforced in North Carolina?
Yes, unless they fall under the Statute of Frauds, which requires certain contracts to be in
writing.
What is the difference between mediation and arbitration in North Carolina civil cases?
Mediation is a non-binding negotiation process, while arbitration results in a binding
decision by the arbitrator.
What is the role of the North Carolina State Bar?
To regulate the practice of law, discipline attorneys, and protect the public interest.
What is the remedy for a breach of contract in North Carolina?
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