New Jersey § 40a:5-22
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 40a:5-22, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40a:5-22.
A judge of the Superior Court may, in his discretion, make a summary investigation
into the affairs of any local unit and appoint an expert or experts to prosecute such
investigation whenever a. a petition for such investigation shall be presented to him, signed by 25 freeholders,
who have paid taxes on real estate located within the local unit within 1 year, and
such petition sworn to and subscribed by them sets forth that they have cause to believe
that the moneys of such local unit are being, or have been, unlawfully or corruptly
expended, in which case, at least 10 days' notice of the hearing thereon shall be
given to the disbursing officer and the governing body of the local unit; or b. a resolution of the governing body requesting such investigation shall be presented
to him.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 40a:5-22
What does New Jersey Statutes § 40a:5-22 cover?
Section 40a:5-22 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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