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Can I terminate employees without violating employment laws in North Carolina? What are the requirements?
Based on the context documents, terminating employees in North Carolina is subject to certain requirements and restrictions.
Just Cause Requirement
According to NCGS 126-35, no career State employee subject to the North Carolina Human Resources Act shall be discharged, suspended, or demoted for disciplinary reasons, except for just cause. In cases of such disciplinary action, the employee shall, before the action is taken, be furnished with a statement in writing setting forth the specific acts or omissions that are the reasons for the disciplinary action and the employee’s appeal rights. The employee shall be permitted 15 days from the date the statement is delivered to appeal to the head of the agency through the agency grievance procedure for a final agency decision.
Equal Opportunity Requirement
All State agencies, departments, and institutions and all local political subdivisions of North Carolina shall give equal opportunity for employment and compensation, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or genetic information to all persons otherwise qualified, according to NCGS 126-16.
Youth Employment Restrictions
Employers in North Carolina are subject to restrictions on employing youths under the age of 18, according to NCGS 95-25.5. No youth under 18 years of age shall be employed by any employer in any occupation without a youth employment certificate unless specifically exempted.
Compensation for Assisting Person in Obtaining State Employment Barred
It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to collect, accept or receive any compensation, consideration or thing of value for obtaining on behalf of any other person, or aiding or assisting any other person in obtaining employment with the State of North Carolina, except for duly licensed and supervised private employment services acting in the normal course of business, according to NCGS 126-18.
Conclusion
In summary, employers in North Carolina must have just cause for terminating employees, provide equal opportunity for employment and compensation, comply with restrictions on employing youths under the age of 18, and not accept compensation for assisting persons in obtaining State employment, except for duly licensed and supervised private employment services. It is important to review the specific requirements and restrictions outlined in the relevant statutes to ensure compliance with North Carolina employment laws.
Jurisdiction
North Carolina