New Jersey § 19:19-16
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:19-16, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19:19-16.
When and as soon as such secretary shall receive or obtain any statement of the result
of such election, in any county, in the manner hereinbefore provided for, he shall
ascertain whether or not the statement includes the statement of the results of the
election in every election district of the county; and if it appears to him that
the statement of the result of election in any election district is not exhibited
by or included in the statement of the result of the election in the county, he shall
forthwith ascertain whether or not a copy of the lacking statement has been received
in his office; and if it appears to him that such copy has not been so received,
he shall forthwith, by special messenger or otherwise, obtain a copy of the statement
directed to be filed with the clerk of the county, or with the clerk of any municipality
within the county, certified by such clerk, which shall be sufficient.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:19-16
What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:19-16 cover?
Section 19:19-16 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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