New Jersey § 19:13-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:13-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19:13-5.
The petition shall be signed by legally qualified voters of this State residing within
the district or political division in and for which the officer or officers nominated
are to be elected, equal in number to at least two per centum (2%) of the entire vote
cast for members of the General Assembly at the last preceding general election, held
for the election of all of the members of the General Assembly, in the State, county,
district or other political division in and for which the nominations are made; except
that when the nomination is for an office to be filled by the voters of the entire
State eight hundred signatures in the aggregate for each candidate nominated in the
petition shall be sufficient; and except that no more than one hundred signatures
shall be required to any petition for any officers to be elected save only such as
are to be voted for by the voters of the State at large. In case of a first general election to be held in a newly established election district,
county, city or other political division, the number of fifty signatures to a petition
shall be sufficient to nominate a candidate to be voted for only in such election
district, county, city or other political division. A candidate shall be permitted to sign or circulate, or both sign and circulate, the
petition required to nominate that candidate for elective public office.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:13-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:13-5 cover?
Section 19:13-5 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 § 19:13-5?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 19:13-5" (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 § 19:13-5 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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