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 Article 37B of Chapter 116 of the General Statutes. (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 Article 37A of Chapter 116 of the General Statutes.
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