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.