Living Law: The History of Eminent Domain in North Carolina

Program Type:

Genealogy/Local History

Age Group:

19+ Years
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Event Details

The Fifth Amendment protects American citizens from the unfair taking of private property—but what does that mean in practice? Join us for an informative talk exploring the history of eminent domain in North Carolina and how it has shaped communities across the state. Learn how these laws developed, how they affect local residents today and what property rights mean in a modern context. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext.1365.