New Jersey § 40a:9-154
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 40a:9-154, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40a:9-154.
The governing body, or the chief executive, or the chief administrative officer, as
appropriate to the form of government of any municipality, may appoint adult school
crossing guards for terms not exceeding one year and revoke such appointments for
cause and after proper hearing before the chief of police or other chief law enforcement
officer of the municipality. No person shall be appointed as an adult school crossing guard unless he: a. Is a citizen and resident of this State; b. Is sound in body and of good health; c. Is of good moral character; and d. Has not been convicted of any criminal offense involving moral turpitude. An adult school crossing guard may be a member of the police department or force of the municipality and his powers
and duties as an adult school crossing guard shall cease at the expiration of the term for which he was appointed. He shall not have the right to bear firearms or the power of arrest unless the crossing guard is also a member of a police department or force . Every adult school crossing guard shall be under the supervision and direction of
the chief of police or other chief law enforcement officer of the municipality wherein
he is appointed and shall perform his duties only in such municipality. He shall comply with the rules and regulations applicable to the conduct and decorum
of the regular police officers of the municipality. Before any adult school crossing guard is appointed the chief of police shall ascertain
the eligibility of the applicant and make a report to the governing body, or the chief
executive or chief administrative officer, as the case may be.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 40a:9-154
What does New Jersey Statutes § 40a:9-154 cover?
Section 40a:9-154 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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