North Carolina Final Paycheck Laws
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North Carolina Law
Next regular payday
Under the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act, final wages must be paid by the next regular payday after separation. Commissions must be paid on the first regular payday after they become calculable.
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North Carolina Final Paycheck Requirements
| Scenario | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Employee is fired or laid off | Next regular payday |
| Employee quits with notice | Next regular payday |
| Employee quits without notice | Next regular payday |
| PTO/Vacation payout required? | No / depends on policy |
Penalties
North Carolina does not have specific statutory penalties for late final paychecks. However, employees may still file wage claims and employers could face other consequences.
PTO/Vacation Payout
North Carolina does not require employers to pay out accrued vacation upon separation. However, if your written policy promises payout, you must honor that commitment. Review your employee handbook carefully to avoid creating unintended obligations.
Additional Notes
Under the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act, final wages must be paid by the next regular payday after separation. Commissions must be paid on the first regular payday after they become calculable.
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