New Jersey § 43:16a-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 43:16a-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43:16a-1.
a. As used in this act, “ jail warden ” means any paid, permanent, uniformed, full-time employee of a county correctional
facility who is engaged in the protection, custody, and discipline of facility inmates
and who is subject to the training and physical and mental fitness requirements established
by the employer. “Jail warden” also means any administrative or supervisory employee of a county correctional
facility whose duties include general or direct supervision or training of employees
engaged in the protection, custody, and discipline of facility inmates. b. Notwithstanding any law, rule or regulation to the contrary, any corrections officer
who is enrolled and vested in the Police and Firemen's Retirement System on or after
the effective date of this act may, at the election of the officer, remain in the
Police and Firemen's Retirement System if the officer is promoted or transferred to
the position of jail warden.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 43:16a-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 43:16a-1 cover?
Section 43:16a-1 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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