New Jersey § 51:1-45
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 51:1-45, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51:1-45.
The governing body of each county and municipality shall fix the numbers of assistant
superintendents therein, and by resolution may authorize the superintendent to appoint
them. The governing body of each county and municipality may provide for the position
of a deputy superintendent and by resolution may authorize the superintendent to appoint
one of his assistants as deputy superintendent. The deputy superintendent shall act and have all the powers and duties of a superintendent
when: (a) so directed by the superintendent, and a directive to that effect is filed
with the State superintendent; or (b) a vacancy occurs in the office of a county
or municipal superintendent, in which event he shall serve in that capacity until
such superintendent returns to duty or his successor is duly appointed and qualified. Such deputy superintendent and assistants shall be under the direct control of their
respective superintendents. They shall have all the powers and duties of a superintendent in making inspections,
tests and measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 51:1-45
What does New Jersey Statutes § 51:1-45 cover?
Section 51:1-45 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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