New Jersey § 43:10-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 43:10-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43:10-5.
If any member of the pension fund who shall have paid into the fund the full amount
of his or her assessments or contributions and been in the county services for a period
of at least 1 year, dies, 2 1 / 2 % of the salary received by such person shall be paid each year to the surviving
spouse or minor children, as the case may be, and for each additional year of service
more than 1 year, the amount of the pension shall be increased to the extent of 2 1 / 2 % of the salary, but not to exceed in any event 50% thereof. If any member of the pension fund who shall have deferred his pension under the provisions
of R.S.43:10-2 , dies before receiving any benefits, the pension shall be payable to the surviving
spouse or children, as the case may be, and shall be based on the amount of salary
earned and years of service which the member had at the time of deferral. In no event shall the amount of any pension payable pursuant to the provisions of
this section be less than $3,000 per annum.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 43:10-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 43:10-5 cover?
Section 43:10-5 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 § 43:10-5?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 43:10-5 apply to my situation?
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