New Jersey § 52:27ee-22
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 52:27ee-22, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52:27ee-22.
a. The Dispute Settlement Office may provide, in the discretion of the Public Defender , mediation and other third party neutral services in the resolution of disputes which
involve the public interest and may enter into agreements or contracts to carry out
any of the purposes or functions of this section. The office may assist public or private parties in resolving disputes. The office is authorized to: (1) facilitate the resolution of disputes through the provision of mediation and other
neutral dispute resolution services; (2) establish standards for the selection, assignment, and conduct of persons acting
on behalf of the office in the resolution of disputes; (3) conduct educational programs and provide other services designed to reduce the
occurrence, magnitude, or cost of disputes; (4) design, develop, or operate dispute resolution programs, or assist in improving
or extending existing dispute resolution programs; (5) work with the business ombudsman or advocate in the New Jersey Commerce and Economic
Growth Commission and take such other action as will promote and facilitate dispute
resolution in the State; and (6) coordinate and cooperate with the Office of Administrative Law so as to avoid
duplication of effort and to facilitate alternate resolution of disputes that would
otherwise require administrative hearings. b. The Public Defender may establish reasonable fees to be charged to public or private parties for the
provision of the educational, consultation, dispute resolution, or other services
authorized herein and may apply for and accept on behalf of the State any federal,
local, or private grants, bequests, gifts, or contributions to aid in the financing
of any of the programs or activities of the office. The Public Defender in the name of the State shall do all that is necessary and proper to receive or
to collect all moneys due to the State, including such fees, grants, bequests, gifts,
or contributions, by or reimbursement for services rendered pursuant to this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 52:27ee-22
What does New Jersey Statutes § 52:27ee-22 cover?
Section 52:27ee-22 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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