New Jersey § 37:1-8
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 37:1-8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37:1-8.
A licensing officer shall, before issuing a marriage or civil union license, require
the contracting parties or, in the case of persons who intend to be married or to enter into a civil union
pursuant to section 7 of P.L.2011, c. 179 ( C.37:1-17.3 ), one of the contracting parties and the attorney-in-fact for the other party, to appear before him and subscribe and swear to an oath attesting the truth of the
facts respecting the legality of the proposed marriage or civil union as set forth
in the form supplied by the State registrar. Said testimony shall be verified by a witness of legal age. A licensing officer shall issue a license only if it is thus made to appear before
him that no legal impediment to the marriage or civil union exists. Every licensing officer may administer oaths to the contracting parties or, in the case of persons who intend to be married or to enter into a civil union
pursuant to section 7 of P.L.2011, c. 179 ( C.37:1-17.3 ), to one of the contracting parties and to the attorney-in-fact for the other contracting
party and their identifying witness. Any identifying witness , applicant applying for a marriage or civil union license or attorney-in-fact who shall knowingly make false answers to any of the inquiries asked by the licensing
officer shall be guilty of perjury.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 37:1-8
What does New Jersey Statutes § 37:1-8 cover?
Section 37:1-8 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 § 37:1-8?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 37:1-8" (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 § 37:1-8 apply to my situation?
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