North Carolina Chapter

Types of Membership

Active Membership

• Actively engaged in some phase of the investigation of fires and/or the suppression or prosecution of arson at the time application is made
• At least 21 years of age
• Possesses the personal qualifications as set out in Section 5 of the article, and in the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Associate Membership

Persons not qualified for active membership may become associate members after determination of their qualifications by the Board of Directors. Associate members shall have the privileges of an active member, except for the privileges of voting and holding office.

Student Membership

Associate members who are students are permitted to pay a reduced fee for membership. This fee shall be established by the Board of Directors. “Student” shall be defined as any individual not currently working in a paid position in the fire investigation field who is currently enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited institution of post-secondary education pursuing a degree in fire science, fire investigation, the administration of justice, or related field of study. Student members shall not have the right to hold office or vote on Chapter business.