New Jersey § 19:34-38
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:34-38, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19:34-38.
No person shall pay, lend or contribute, or offer or agree to pay, lend or contribute,
any money or other valuable consideration to or for any person for any of the following: a. The doing or procuring to be done of any act forbidden to be done by the laws relating
to primary or general elections; or b. The commission of any crime or offense against the elective franchise, or the encouragement
or assistance of a person in the commission of a crime or offense against the elective
franchise, or aiding or assisting any person charged with the commission of a crime
against the elective franchise to evade arrest or to escape conviction and punishment;
or c. Providing, wholly or in part, directly or indirectly, for the expense of boarding,
lodging or maintaining a person in any place of domicile in any election precinct
or ward or district, with the purpose of securing the vote of such person, or of inducing
such person to vote for himself, or any other person at an election; or d. The hiring or employment of a person to take or maintain a place in, or to otherwise
obstruct or hinder, or to prevent the forming of the line of voters awaiting their
opportunity or time to enter the polling place or election booth of an election precinct;
or e. In consideration of any person withdrawing as a candidate for public office or
presidential elector, at any election; or f. To pay any person for loss or damage due to attendance at the polls at any primary
or general or charter election, or any registry therefor, or for the purpose of such
registration; or g. For any purpose in contravention of the provisions of this Title; or h. Making any payment except in the manner provided by this Title.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:34-38
What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:34-38 cover?
Section 19:34-38 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 § 19:34-38?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 19:34-38" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 19:34-38 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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