North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 20. Motor Vehicles § 20-63.1. Division shall cause plates to be reflectorized

(a) Registration Plate Standards.--The Division of Motor Vehicles is hereby authorized to cause vehicle license plates for 1968 and future years to be completely treated with reflectorized materials designed to increase visibility and legibility of license plates at night. The Division of Motor Vehicles shall develop standards for reflectivity that use the most current technology available while maintaining a competitive bid process.

(b) Registration Plate Mandatory Replacement.--All registration plates shall be replaced every seven years.