15A-1340.22. Multiple convictions.
(a) Limits on Consecutive Sentences. - If the court elects to impose consecutive sentences for two or more misdemeanors and the most serious misdemeanor is classified in Class A1, Class 1, or Class 2, the cumulative length of the sentences of imprisonment shall not exceed twice the maximum sentence authorized for the class and prior conviction level of the most serious offense. Consecutive sentences shall not be imposed if all convictions are for Class 3 misdemeanors.
(b) Consolidation of Sentences. - If an offender is convicted of more than one offense at the same session of court, the court may consolidate the offenses for judgment and impose a single judgment for the consolidated offenses. Any sentence imposed shall be consistent with the appropriate prior conviction level of the most serious offense. (1993, c. 538, s. 1; 1994, Ex. Sess., c. 24, s. 14(b); 1995 (Reg. Sess., 1996), c. 742, s. 16.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 15A - Criminal Procedure Act
Article 81B - Structured Sentencing of Persons Convicted of Crimes.
§ 15A-1340.10 - Applicability of structured sentencing.
§ 15A-1340.12 - Purposes of sentencing.
§ 15A-1340.14 - Prior record level for felony sentencing.
§ 15A-1340.15 - Multiple convictions.
§ 15A-1340.16 - Aggravated and mitigated sentences.
§ 15A-1340.16D - Manufacturing methamphetamine; enhanced sentence.
§ 15A-1340.17 - Punishment limits for each class of offense and prior record level.
§ 15A-1340.18 - (Effective until January 1, 2023) Advanced supervised release.
§ 15A-1340.19A - Applicability.
§ 15A-1340.19B - Penalty determination.
§ 15A-1340.19C - Sentencing; assignment for resentencing.
§ 15A-1340.19D - Incidents of parole.
§ 15A-1340.21 - Prior conviction level for misdemeanor sentencing.
§ 15A-1340.22 - Multiple convictions.
§ 15A-1340.23 - Punishment limits for each class of offense and prior conviction level.