New Jersey § 10:5-16
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 10:5-16, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10:5-16.
When the director has issued a finding of probable cause, the case in support of the
complaint shall be filed in Superior Court or presented before the director by the attorney for the division and evidence concerning
attempted conciliation shall not be received. In an action presented before the director, the respondent shall file a written verified answer to the complaint and appear at such
hearing in person or by representative, with or without counsel, and submit testimony. The complainant shall be allowed to intervene and present testimony in person and
may be represented by counsel. The director or the complainant shall have the power reasonably and fairly to amend
any complaint, and the respondent shall have like power to amend its answer. In such an action, the director shall not be bound by the strict rules of evidence prevailing in civil actions
in courts of competent jurisdiction of this State. The testimony taken at the hearing shall be under oath and a verbatim record shall
be made. When the director has issued a finding of probable cause in a housing discrimination
complaint only, any party to that complaint may elect, in lieu of the administrative
proceeding authorized by this section, to have the claim asserted in the finding of probable cause adjudicated
in a civil action in Superior Court pursuant to section 12 of P.L.1945, c. 169 ( C.10:5-13 ). Such an election shall be made not later than 20 days after receipt of the finding
of probable cause. Upon such election, the attorney for the division shall promptly file such an action
in Superior Court. Upon application to the court wherein the matter is pending, the complainant shall
be permitted to intervene and present testimony in person and may be represented by
counsel.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 10:5-16
What does New Jersey Statutes § 10:5-16 cover?
Section 10:5-16 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 § 10:5-16?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 10:5-16 apply to my situation?
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