New Jersey § 10:3-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 10:3-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10:3-1.
In the selection of persons for employment in the service of the State, or of any
county or municipality thereof, no appointing officer shall discriminate against any
such applicant because such applicant has attained the age of at least 40 years, at
the time of said application for employment. Any provisions of law, executive order, rule or regulation to the contrary notwithstanding,
no person other than a justice of the Supreme Court or a judge of the Superior Court
pursuant to Article VI, Section VI, paragraph 3 of the Constitution of the State of New Jersey , or a judge of the Tax Court, or a judge of the Office of Administrative Law or a
judge of the Division of Workers' Compensation, or a member of the Division of State
Police, employed in the service of the State, or of any county or municipality thereof,
or a member of a police or fire department employed in the service of the State or
of any county or municipality thereof, shall be required to retire upon the attainment
of a particular age unless the public employer can show that the person in the service of the State, or of any county or municipality thereof,
is unable to adequately perform the person's duties. A contract of tenure or similar arrangement providing for tenure shall not bar a
public employer from showing that the person in the service of the State, or of any county or municipality thereof,
is unable to adequately perform the person's duties. A person in the employ of the State, or of any county or municipality thereof, who
is required to retire upon the attainment of a particular age in violation of this
section shall be entitled to reinstatement with back pay and interest.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 10:3-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 10:3-1 cover?
Section 10:3-1 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 10:3-1?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 10:3-1" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 10:3-1 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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