New Jersey § 45:17a-21

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 45:17a-21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 45:17a-21.

The Attorney General shall: a. Administer and enforce the provisions of this act; b. Propose and adopt rules pursuant to the “Administrative Procedure Act,” P.L.1968,

c. 410 ( C. 52:14B-1 et seq. ), to effectuate the purposes of this act; c. Conduct hearings pursuant to the “Administrative Procedure Act,” P.L.1968, c. 410

( C.52:14B-1 et seq. ) including the authority to administer oaths to witnesses, and shall have the power

to issue subpoenas for the compulsory attendance of witnesses and the production of

pertinent documents, books, records, accounts, computer data, papers, or records; d. Prosecute proceedings before any court of competent jurisdiction for the enforcement

of the provisions of this act; e. Keep a record of the names and addresses of all registered charitable organizations,

fund raising counsels, independent paid fund raisers, and solicitors; f. Prescribe the fees for all registration statements, and other filings required

by this act and set all bonding amounts as necessary in accordance with the provisions

of this act. All fees shall be prescribed pursuant to the “Administrative Procedure Act,” P.L.1968,

c. 410 ( C. 52:14B-1 et seq. ); g. Publish and disseminate information concerning charities to the public; h. Examine each contract, registration statement and supporting document, if any,

and determine whether they satisfy the requirements of this act; i. Perform any other functions and duties which may be necessary to carry out the

provisions of this act.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 45:17a-21

What does New Jersey Statutes § 45:17a-21 cover?

Section 45:17a-21 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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