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Can I collect sales tax from customers in different states without violating tax laws in North Carolina? What are the requirements?

Based on the information provided in the context documents, North Carolina requires retailers to collect sales tax on transactions subject to tax in accordance with G.S. 105-467. The tax shall be collected as a part of the sales price of an item or transaction subject to tax in accordance with G.S. 105-467. The tax shall be stated and charged separately from the sales price or purchase price and shall be shown separately on the sales record, except as provided in G.S. 105-164.7, and shall be paid by the purchaser to the person liable for the tax as trustee for and on account of the State or county wherein the tax is imposed [1.1].

If you are making remote sales, you may still be required to collect sales tax in North Carolina. A retailer who makes a remote sale is engaged in business in this State and is subject to the tax levied under this Article if certain conditions are met [2.1].

However, it is important to note that sales tax laws can vary by state, and you may need to comply with the laws of other states if you are making sales to customers in those states. You should consult with a tax professional or attorney to determine your specific obligations.

In addition, North Carolina requires retailers who collect use tax on sales to North Carolina residents to ascertain the county of residence of each buyer and provide that information to the Secretary along with any other information necessary for the Secretary to allocate the use tax proceeds to the correct taxing county [1.2].

Therefore, if you are making sales to customers in different states, you should consult with a tax professional or attorney to determine your specific obligations in each state.

In summary, you can collect sales tax from customers in different states, but you must comply with the sales tax laws of each state. You should consult with a tax professional or attorney to determine your specific obligations in each state.

[1.1]: NCGS 105-467 [1.2]: NCGS 105-469 [2.1]: NCGS 105-164.8

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