New Jersey § 34:6-136
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 34:6-136, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34:6-136.
(a) The commissioner shall enforce and administer the provisions of this act and the
commissioner is directed to make all inspections and investigations necessary for
proper enforcement and administration thereof. (b) In the administration of this act the commissioner shall have the power to administer
oaths, take affidavits and the depositions of witnesses and issue subpoenas for and
compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of papers, books, accounts,
payrolls, documents, records, testimony and other evidence of whatever description. In the case of failure of any person to comply with any order of the commissioner
or subpoena, lawfully issued, or on the refusal of any witness to produce evidence
or to testify as to any matter regarding which he may be lawfully interrogated, it
shall be the duty of the Special Civil Part, Law Division, of the Superior Court or the Superior Court , or the judge thereof, upon application by the commissioner to compel obedience by
proceedings for contempt, as in the case of disobedience of a subpoena issued for
such court or a refusal to testify therein. (c) Notwithstanding the provisions of any other general, local or special law, all
fees and other moneys derived from the operation of this act shall be applied toward enforcement and administration costs of the Division of Workplace Standards
in the Department of Labor.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 34:6-136
What does New Jersey Statutes § 34:6-136 cover?
Section 34:6-136 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 § 34:6-136?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 34:6-136" (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?
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How does New Jersey § 34:6-136 apply to my situation?
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