New Jersey § 19:23-55
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:23-55, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19:23-55.
The county clerks shall within 10 days canvass such statements relating to all officers
and positions to be voted for by the voters of the entire State, county, county election
district, congressional district, municipality or ward, and determine what persons
have by the highest number of votes been so elected or nominated by the political
parties. In the case of United States Senator, Governor and member of the House of Representatives
the county clerk shall immediately transmit to the Secretary of State a statement
showing the total number of votes cast for such officers in the county. The Secretary of State shall furnish the necessary form. In the case of members of the county committee the county clerk within 9 days after
the primary shall mail to the chairman of the State committee and to the chairman
of the county committee of the respective parties a list of the names of those elected
to the county committee, giving the municipalities, ward and district each represents,
together with their post-office addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:23-55
What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:23-55 cover?
Section 19:23-55 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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