120-10.13. Bad faith costs assessed.
The prevailing party in any contest may recover that party's costs incurred in conjunction with the contest in a civil action, upon a showing that the other party filed, pursued, maintained, or defended the contest in bad faith and without substantial justification. (2005-3, s. 2.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 120 - General Assembly
§ 120-10.1 - Contesting a seat.
§ 120-10.3 - Initiating a contest.
§ 120-10.4 - Answering a notice of intent.
§ 120-10.5 - Filings and service.
§ 120-10.8 - Referral to committee.
§ 120-10.9 - Basis for decision.
§ 120-10.11 - Judicial proceedings abated.
§ 120-10.12 - Determination of house not reviewable.