§ 14‑12.7. Wearing of masks, hoods, etc., on public ways.

No person or persons at least 16 years of age shall, while wearing any mask, hood or device whereby the person, face or voice is disguised so as to conceal the identity of the wearer, enter, be or appear upon any lane, walkway, alley, street, road, highway or other public way in this State. (1953, c. 1193, s. 6; 1983, c. 175, ss. 1, 10; c. 720, s. 4.)

§ 14‑12.9. Entry, etc., upon premises of another while wearing mask, hood or other disguise.

No person or persons at least 16 years of age shall, while wearing a mask, hood or device whereby the person, face or voice is disguised so as to conceal the identity of the wearer, demand entrance or admission, enter or come upon or into, or be upon or in the premises, enclosure or house of any other person in any municipality or county of this State. (1953, c. 1193, s. 8; 1983, c. 175, ss. 2, 10; c. 720, s. 4.)

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§ 14‑12.11. Exemptions from provisions of Article.

The following are exempted from the provisions of G.S. 14‑ 12.7, 14‑12.8, 14‑12.9, 14‑12.10 and 14‑12.14:

(1) Any person or persons wearing traditional holiday costumes in season;

(2) Any person or persons engaged in trades and employment where a mask is worn for the purpose of ensuring the physical safety of the wearer, or because of the nature of the occupation, trade or profession;

(3) Any person or persons using masks in theatrical productions including use in Mardi Gras celebrations and masquerade balls;

(4) Persons wearing gas masks prescribed in civil defense drills and exercises or emergencies; and

(5) Any person or persons, as members or members elect of a society, order or organization, engaged in any parade, ritual, initiation, ceremony, celebration or requirement of such society, order or organization, and wearing or using any manner of costume, paraphernalia, disguise, facial makeup, hood, implement or device, whether the identity of such person or persons is concealed or not, on any public or private street, road, way or property, or in any public or private building, provided permission shall have been first obtained therefor by a representative of such society, order or organization from the governing body of the municipality in which the same takes place, or, if not in a municipality, from the board of county commissioners of the county in which the same takes place.

Provided, that the provisions of this Article shall not apply to any preliminary meetings held in good faith for the purpose of organizing, promoting or forming a labor union or a local organization or subdivision of any labor union nor shall the provisions of this Article apply to any meetings held by a labor union or organization already organized, operating and functioning and holding meetings for the purpose of transacting and carrying out functions, pursuits and affairs expressly pertaining to such labor union. (1953, c. 1193, s. 1

Randy G

Thomamville

Know Your Voting Rights

STEPS FOR FORMER FELONS

If you are convicted of a felony in North Carolina, you lose your citizenship rights, including the right to vote. However, after completing all terms of your sentence (including parole, probation and restitution), you do not have to do anything to have your citizenship rights, including your voting rights, restored. Those rights are automatically restored.

If you have completed all parts of your sentence for a felony conviction or have been pardoned, you are eligible to vote in North Carolina. In order to vote, follow the steps listed below.

IN ADDITION TO THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW, YOU CAN ALSO REGISTER AND VOTE ON THE SAME DAY, IN PERSON, AT A ONE-STOP VOTING SITE DURING THE “EARLY VOTING” PERIOD BEFORE EACH ELECTION (BUT NOT ON ELECTION DAY ITSELF). To learn about Same-Day Registration, go to: www.sboe.state.nc.us/NCSBE/VR/vr_SDR.html

STEP 1: REGISTER TO VOTE

» Former convicted felons must fill out a voter registration form even if you were registered before your conviction. You can register at any point after completing all parts of your sentence.

» You can register to vote by mail. Get a mail-in voter registration form by writing or calling your County Board of Elections office, visiting a public library, or downloading it online at www.sboe.state.nc.us.

» On the form, it asks "where you now live." Use your home address (not a post office box). A postcard confirming your registration will be sent there.

» Mail in the completed form, with copies of any documents it requests, so the County Board of Elections receives it at least 25 days before the election.

» The County Board of Elections will send you a postcard, telling you which precinct you will vote in and where you can go to vote.

STEP 2: VOTE

» You can vote at the polling place listed on the card or by absentee ballot.

» For directions on how to vote by absentee ballot, see Step 2 below under "Steps for Misdemeanants."

For information about voter registration, absentee ballots, or how to locate your County Board of Elections, contact:

State Board of Elections

P.O. Box 27255

Raleigh, NC 27611-7255

(919) 733-7173

http://www.sboe.state.nc.us

Considering the vast opportunities for citizens of the United States to excel in life, the pathway is unlocked enabling all legal citizens and residents in this great country to achieve individual goals.

For those courageous and talented individuals who purse their goals through much dedication, loyalty, commitment, sacrifices, and most of all reverence for her/himself, and humanity depicts a conventional citizen. But, when elected to serve the people in senior law enforcement capacity the individual is held to higher standards, and must represent her/him in such a manner.

On the other hand, while serving in an official capacity and indicted with two felony counts the official ascertains it best to resign. Now, after the end of the probation period the individual now wants to return to the arena and serve the citizens of your county once again!

Why, would intellectual citizens of Davidson County consider re-electing a convicted felon? Did the convicted felon receive a pardon? If so, based on what legislation? Accountability and reverence for laws and the public if first and foremost.

Consider re-electing the individual currently serving admirably in this position. A sociable, responsive, and jovial but ingenuous official is a face in the community trying to make a difference for the good people of this county. Special traits, loyalty, appreciation and ability to serve the community admirably, reverence for everyone and understands that he is not above the law.

Citizens of Davidson County, this is not a motion picture staring Steven Segal in “Above the Law”.

Recognized traits such as corruption, insensitive, intimidating, insulting, and a dubious individual serving as a public figure is a recipe for disaster.

Unfortunately, crime is at an all time high especially in smaller cities, but for smaller towns, cooperating with constructive law enforcement, and formulating strategic measures that will undoubtedly facilitate the communities ability to regain jurisdiction of their neighborhoods is essential.

Law Enforcement must develop and maintain a rapport with its many citizens and collectively combat criminal activities by organizing community watch groups, and reporting criminal activities. Orchestrate Fund Raisers to construct Boys & Girls Clubs to get kids off the streets is definitely a positive measure

When voting in 2010 ballots, consider the traits of each candidate then compare your principles and ask yourself, does this person have my interest at heart?

Gina Weste

Of course he going to run what other decent job could a CONVICTED FELON get,he is an absolute idiot, if elected I am sure Davidison county would be the only county in the u.s. wilh a felon for sheriff.

And people wonder why Davidson Co. gets a bad rep?

How can a convicted felon carry out the duties of Sherrif? He isn't legally allowed to own a firearm nor can he vote! Or are these laws not in place in Davidson county. That would not surprise me at all!