CDC / Evictions - North Carolina

[Brandon Sowers]

I know the eviction moratorium has been discussed quite a bit here but have a specific question regarding the CDC 

Eviction Protection Declaration. 

Our PM firm is in North Carolina and our brilliant governor has required that we show proof that we have provided a copy of the CDC form to all tenants prior to filing for eviction. Out of our 900+ tenants, I only have a handful with high ($5k+) balances and no communication. Several weeks ago, I sent out the CDC forms to each one of those tenants via certified mail. I have not heard back from a single one. 

My question is simple. If I have proof that I sent them the form and they have not signed the form, should I not be able to file for eviction? Do they not have to sign the form to be and provide us with a copy to be "protected" from eviction?