New Jersey § 19:15-21
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:15-21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19:15-21.
If a person shall be challenged as not qualified or entitled to vote, the judge may
forthwith tender to him an oath or affirmation, in the following form: “You do swear (or affirm, as the case may be), that you are a citizen of the United
States; that you have resided in this State and in this county for 30 days next before this election, and not elsewhere; that you are now a resident of
this election district; that, as far as you know and verily believe, you are 18 years of age, and in all respects qualified to vote in this election, in this election
district, and that you have not voted elsewhere in this election,” and if the person
so challenged shall refuse to take the oath or affirmation so tendered to him, he
shall be deemed not to be qualified or entitled to vote.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:15-21
What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:15-21 cover?
Section 19:15-21 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 § 19:15-21?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 19:15-21" (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?
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How does New Jersey § 19:15-21 apply to my situation?
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