New Jersey § 12a:12-12
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12a:12-12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12a:12-12.
a. If a law requires that a record be retained, the requirement is satisfied by retaining
an electronic record of the information in the record which: (1) accurately reflects the information set forth in the record after it was first
generated in its final form as an electronic record or otherwise; and (2) remains accessible for later reference. b. A requirement to retain a record in accordance with subsection a. of this section
does not apply to any information the sole purpose of which is to enable the record
to be sent, communicated or received. c. A person may satisfy subsection a. of this section by using the services of another
person if the requirements of that subsection are satisfied. d. If a law requires a record to be presented or retained in its original form, or
provides consequences if the record is not presented or retained in its original form,
that law is satisfied by an electronic record retained in accordance with subsection
a. of this section. e. If a law requires retention of a check, that requirement is satisfied by retention
of an electronic record of the information on the front and back of the check in accordance
with subsection a. of this section. f. A record retained as an electronic record in accordance with subsection a. of this
section satisfies a law requiring a person to retain a record for evidentiary, audit
or like purposes, unless a law enacted after the effective date of this act specifically
prohibits the use of an electronic record for the specified purpose. g. This section does not preclude a governmental agency of this State from specifying
additional requirements for the retention of a records subject to the agency's jurisdiction.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12a:12-12
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12a:12-12 cover?
Section 12a:12-12 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 § 12a:12-12?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 12a:12-12" (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 § 12a:12-12 apply to my situation?
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