New Jersey § 10:5-8
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 10:5-8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10:5-8.
a. When it shall appear to the Attorney General or the director that a person has
engaged in, is engaging in, or is about to engage in any practice declared to be unlawful
by the “Law Against Discrimination,” P.L.1945, c. 169 ( C.10:5-1 et seq. ) or the “New Jersey Civil Rights Act,” P.L.2004, c. 143 ( C.10:6-1 et seq. ), or when the Attorney General or the director believes it to be in the public interest
that an investigation should be made to ascertain whether a person in fact has engaged
in, is engaging in, or is about to engage in, any such practice, the Attorney General
or the director may conduct an investigation. The Attorney General or the director may utilize all investigative powers set forth
in section 8 of P.L1945, c. 169 ( C.10:5-8 ) in conducting such investigations. b. The Attorney General or the director shall have the authority to bring enforcement
actions for any violation of this act in the Office of Administrative Law or the Superior
Court for the county in which the action occurred. c. When the Attorney General or the director brings an action pursuant to this act
in the Office of Administrative Law or in Superior Court that seeks relief for an
individual who claims to be a victim of unlawful discrimination, communications between
members of the Attorney General's office and that individual shall be privileged as
would be a communication between an attorney and a client.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 10:5-8
What does New Jersey Statutes § 10:5-8 cover?
Section 10:5-8 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 § 10:5-8?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 10:5-8" (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 § 10:5-8 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.
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