New Jersey § 19:6-12
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:6-12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19:6-12.
The office of a member of a district board in an election district shall be deemed
vacant upon such member becoming a candidate for an office to be voted upon at any
primary, general election, school election, or special election for which he was appointed to serve, such candidacy to be determined
by the filing of a petition of nomination, duly accepted by such member, in the manner
provided by law. The municipal or county clerk with whom such petition and acceptance may be filed
shall forthwith notify the county board of the county in which such election district
is located, giving the name and residence of the member of the district board who
has thus become a candidate, and the vacancy shall be filled as provided by law.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:6-12
What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:6-12 cover?
Section 19:6-12 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 § 19:6-12?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 19:6-12" (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 § 19:6-12 apply to my situation?
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