New Jersey § 52:27-13
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 52:27-13, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52:27-13.
Whenever, pursuant to this chapter, the commission shall function in a municipality,
it shall have, in addition to the powers granted in sections 52:27-13.1 of this title, the power, and it shall be its duty, to certify by resolution to the
governing body and to the officer or employee concerned any failure on the part of
such officer or employee of such municipality to perform any duty imposed upon such
officer or employee under the provisions of any statute, local ordinance or regulation. Unless prior to the thirtieth day following the date of such certification, the
governing body and the commission shall by resolution declare that such officer or
employee has satisfactorily undertaken the performance of such duty, the governing
body shall by resolution either remove, or suspend, with or without pay, such officer
or employee; but nothing herein contained shall be deemed to authorize the removal
or suspension hereunder without pay of any elected officer, but such officer may be
suspended hereunder with pay for the remainder of his term of office. Upon the removal or suspension hereunder of any officer or employee, it shall be
the duty of the governing body, with the concurrence and approval of the commission,
to appoint a person or persons satisfactory to the governing body and to the commission
to perform the duties of such officer or employee. In the event that no such satisfactory person can be found to perform such duties
who is a resident of the municipality, it shall be lawful to appoint a person residing
outside of the municipality.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 52:27-13
What does New Jersey Statutes § 52:27-13 cover?
Section 52:27-13 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.
How do I cite New Jersey § 52:27-13?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 52:27-13 apply to my situation?
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