NC S678

Prohibits insurers from coercing or inducing insured individuals to use an automotive glass repair service provider other than the insured's chosen provider.

Requires insurers to disclose any affiliations or business arrangements with automotive glass repair service providers to the insured before conducting a required vehicle inspection.

Defines "affiliation" as ownership interest of 10% or greater in a glass repair provider or in any company with 10% or greater ownership in the provider.

Prohibits insurers from soliciting automotive glass work or engaging in inducement, coercion, or sales activities during inspections conducted for claim approval.

Establishes violation of these provisions as a Class 1 misdemeanor, effective September 1, 2011.