Stanley Hardware & Feed, Inc.

Can a surcharge be imposed on debit or prepaid cards? No. The surcharge may only be imposed upon credit cards, and not debit or prepaid cards. The amount of the surcharge may not exceed the amount of the swipe fee paid by the merchant on the particular credit card
I've contacted Josh Stein our attorney general of North Carolina the governor of North Carolina Roy Cooper and the lieutenant governor. This has been well over two months no replies. Businesses and Gaston Lincoln county are charging 4% post tax on debit cards it is illegal. You can refuse to pay just tell the business owner.

Two Rules That Prohibit Debit Card Surcharges

That can result in fines, and if the breach of contract continues or is serious enough the merchant risks losing the ability to accept those credit cards. The other restriction is because surcharging on debit card purchases is illegal under federal law.

Love this place. The staff are always so quick to help, very knowledgeable and go above and beyond to provide a great customer service experience. Everything that I have purchased there has been a fair price. Its an overall great place to have in Stanley!!