New Jersey § 19:18-2

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:18-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 19:18-2.

The ballot box, after being locked and bound with tape and sealed, shall in all municipalities

be immediately taken in charge by 2 members of the district board. It shall then be delivered to the office of the clerk of the municipality in which

the election may be held, by said members or by said members with the assistance of

an officer or officers to be designated by the governing body thereof, by the most

direct route and without delay, and such members or officers shall not stop at any

place between the polls and the municipal clerk's office. When the municipal governing body designates an officer or officers to assist said

members in transmitting the ballot boxes it shall provide for suitable transportation.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:18-2

What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:18-2 cover?

Section 19:18-2 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 § 19:18-2?

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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?

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How does New Jersey § 19:18-2 apply to my situation?

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