After rereading the article I think they could be able to amend the Constitution and it would be legal if done in a timely manner. Excellent catch - I must've glossed over the last paragraph on my way to the "Reply" button.
Still, does the North Carolina Constitution have anything to say about when changes in election law go into effect? I would think that it would be prohibited for these types of changes to go into effect until at least the next complete election cycle...
:) ttt
I only scanned the election laws but as best as I can make out the state board of elections has the power to make interim rules and regulations if it's ruled unconstitutional or invalid. I need to cross-reference the elction laws with the state Constitution. I'll post what I find out.