New Jersey § 13:9b-20
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 13:9b-20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13:9b-20.
An applicant for a freshwater wetlands permit issued pursuant to this act may request
the commissioner for an administrative hearing on any decision to issue or deny a
permit made by the department pursuant to this act. Upon receipt of such a request, the commissioner shall refer the matter to the Office
of Administrative Law, which shall assign an administrative law judge to conduct a
hearing on the matter in the form of a contested case pursuant to the “Administrative
Procedure Act,” P.L.1968, c. 410 ( C. 52:14B-1 et seq. ). Within 45 days of receipt of the administrative law judge's decision, the commissioner
shall affirm, reject, or modify the decision. The commissioner's action shall be considered the final agency action for the purposes
of the “Administrative Procedure Act,” and shall be subject only to judicial review
as provided in the Rules of Court.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 13:9b-20
What does New Jersey Statutes § 13:9b-20 cover?
Section 13:9b-20 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 § 13:9b-20?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 13:9b-20" (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 § 13:9b-20 apply to my situation?
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