New Jersey § 30:4-165
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 30:4-165, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30:4-165.
Any person with a developmental disability under the age of 18 years who, on the effective date of this act, is receiving residential
functional services under order of commitment of any court shall continue to receive
residential care as if admitted under Class F of this act, unless within 30 days of
the effective date of this act the commissioner shall apply to the Superior Court,
Chancery Division, Family Part for an order of commitment to care and custody as provided
herein. Persons over the age of 18 for whom a guardian of the person has been appointed
and who are receiving residential functional services shall be considered to have
been admitted under Class F of this act. Where no guardian has been appointed for a person who is over the age of 18 who
is receiving residential functional services on the effective date of this act, the
last prior order issued with respect to him shall continue in force and effect for
one year following the effective date of this act, unless prior to that time either
(1) the person with a developmental disability has been discharged or (2) a guardian of his person has been appointed, or (3) application
has been made by a court of competent jurisdiction for his admission to care under
Class I as provided herein. Any order for payment of maintenance issued under prior provisions of Title 30 in
effect on the effective date of this act shall remain in force and effect.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 30:4-165
What does New Jersey Statutes § 30:4-165 cover?
Section 30:4-165 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 § 30:4-165?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 30:4-165 apply to my situation?
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