New Jersey § 40a:14-136
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 40a:14-136, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40a:14-136.
Leave of absence without pay may be granted by the authority in charge, to a member
or officer of a municipal police department or force, in order that his services may
be made available to the State or a county, or to a State or county department or
agency. A request for a leave of absence shall be made in writing by the member or officer
and the State or county, or the State or county department or agency, desiring his
service, but no such leave of absence shall be used to displace an incumbent. Any such leave of absence shall not be for more than one year, but may be extended,
in the same manner as originally granted, but in the aggregate, shall not exceed 5
years. Neither membership in the municipal police department or force, nor pension or retirement
rights shall be affected by such leaves of absence, but pension contributions shall
be payable notwithstanding such leaves of absence. Upon the expiration of any such leave of absence, the member or officer shall return
to his original duties and resume his office, position or employment with the said
department or force and be entitled to all salary adjustments, increments, seniority
and pension rights, as if no leave had been granted.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 40a:14-136
What does New Jersey Statutes § 40a:14-136 cover?
Section 40a:14-136 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.
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