CCW means "Carrying a Concealed Weapon", and is not a license, but the description of a CRIME in NC...
In NC, we have CHP's--Concealed Handgun Permits.
Now that we've got that straight, let's talk about OC and CC for CHP holders...
The regulations regarding CHP practices in NC DO NOT require that you ALWAYS CC if you have a permit. We don't even have "printing" laws, or laws prohibiting "accidental exposure" if you're CCing in NC. If you have a NC CHP ( or a permit issued by any of the 33 other states with which we have reciprocity) that just means that IF YOU WANT TO, you are legally allowed to carry concealed.
NC is an "open carry" state. ANY citizen who may legally possess a handgun in NC may carry openly--NO PERMIT NEEDED. And if you just so happen to have a CHP, you can STILL OC, CC, or carry in BOTH ways at the same time if you want. The CHP is just a "permission slip" that enabled you to carry concealed if you so choose. Carrying concealed is prohibited in NC unless you have a permit. But OC is legal for ANYONE who may legally possess a handgun. Period. End of discussion.
Getting a CHP doesn't negate your right to OC. A CHP just gives you the ADDITIONAL option to legally CC if you so choose...
I'd be interested in seeing those YouTube videos. I would find it difficult to believe they are by LEO's in NC. Most of the LEO's in NC have a pretty good understanding of the CC and OC law. With the exception of Cary, Chapel Hill, and Durham (which have unconstitutional laws on the books), an some of the "urban" areas like Raleigh, Fayetteville, and Jacksonville, the VAST majority of LEOs in our state actually DO "get it", and generally know and follow the law.
Please post links to these YouTube videos. I'm a member of GRNC, and would like to investigate this further...