New Jersey § 19:15-2

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:15-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 19:15-2.

The district boards shall open the polls for such election at 6:00 A.M. and close

them at 8:00 P.M., and shall keep them open during the whole day of election between

these hours; except that for a school election held at a time other than at the time

of the general election the polls shall be open between the hours of 4:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and during any additional time which the school board may designate between

the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 8:00 P.M. The board may allow one member thereof at a time to be absent from the polling place

and room for a period not exceeding one hour between the hours of 1:00 P.M. and 5:00

P.M. or for such shorter time as it shall see fit. At no time from the opening of the polls to the completion of the canvass shall there

be less than a majority of the board present in the polling room or place, except

that during a school election held at a time other than at the time of the general

election there shall always be at least one member of each district election board

present or if more than two district board members are designated to serve at the

polling place, at least two members present.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:15-2

What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:15-2 cover?

Section 19:15-2 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.

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