143-596. Definitions.
As used in this Article, unless the context clearly provides otherwise:
(1) Constituent institution. - As defined in G.S. 116-2(4) and G.S. 116-4.
(1a) Grounds. - The area located and controlled by State government that is within 100 linear feet of any of the following:
a. A State-owned building allocated to and occupied by State government.
b. A State-owned building leased to a third party.
c. A building owned by a third party and leased to State government.
(1b) Local government. - The local political subdivision of the State or any authority or body created by any ordinance or rules of any such entity.
(1c) Medical Faculty Practice Plan. - As defined in G.S. 116-40.6.
(2) Nonsmoking area. - Any designated area where smoking is not permitted.
(3) Public meeting. - Any assemblage authorized by State or local government or any subdivision of State or local government.
(4) Restaurant. - Any building, structure, or area having a seating capacity of 50 or more patrons where food is available for eating on the premises in consideration of payment. The following are not included in determining seating capacity:
a. Seats in any bar or lounge area of a restaurant.
b. Seats in any separate room or section of a restaurant which is used exclusively for private functions.
c. Seats in any open outside area.
(5) Smoke, smokes, or smoking. - The use or possession of a lighted cigarette, lighted cigar, lighted pipe, or any other lighted tobacco product.
(6) State government. - The political unit for the State of North Carolina; including all agencies of the executive, judicial, and legislative branches of government.
(7) The University of North Carolina. - As defined in Chapter 116 of the General Statutes.
(8) The University of North Carolina Health Care System. - As defined in G.S. 116-37.
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