New Jersey § 53:1-20
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 53:1-20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53:1-20.
As used in this act: a. “ Processing criminal history record background checks ” means the process whereby the State Bureau of Identification compares a set of fingerprints
or name search request with those in its files for a determination as to the criminal
history of the person identified by the request. b. “ Noncriminal matter ” means any matter, other than the arrest of a person for an indictable offense or
other criminal justice purpose, which requires the submission of a person's fingerprints
or name search request to the State Bureau of Identification for processing. These matters include background investigations for licensing or employment, or
both. c. For purposes of this section, the criminal history record of a person does not
include records concerning charges or adjudications of juvenile delinquency. Such records shall be disclosed only as provided in section 1 of P.L.1982, c. 79
( C.2A:4A-60 ).
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 53:1-20
What does New Jersey Statutes § 53:1-20 cover?
Section 53:1-20 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 § 53:1-20?
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