NC H357

Requires the State to notify defendants no later than 15 business days after receiving chemical analysis reports and at least 15 business days before proceedings where such reports would be introduced as evidence.

Allows chemical analyst affidavits in District Court to be admitted without the analyst's testimony if the defendant fails to file a written objection at least 5 business days before the proceeding.

Specifies that notices, objections, and waivers remain effective if a proceeding is continued to a later date.

Permits remote testimony by chemical analysts in administrative hearings and all court proceedings if proper notice is given and the defendant does not timely object.

Becomes effective October 1, 2016, and applies to trials commencing on or after that date.