New Jersey § 5:12-138
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 5:12-138, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5:12-138.
No applicant for or holder of a casino license, nor any holding, intermediary or subsidiary
company thereof, nor any officer, director, casino key employee or principal employee
of an applicant for or holder of a casino license or of any holding, intermediary
or subsidiary company thereof nor any person or agent on behalf of any such applicant,
holder, company or person, shall directly or indirectly, pay or contribute any money
or thing of value to any candidate for nomination or election to any public office
in this State, or to any committee of any political party in this State, or to any
group, committee or association organized in support of any such candidate or political
party ; except that the provisions of this section shall not be construed to prohibit any
individual who is a candidate for the governing body of Atlantic City from contributing
to the candidate's own campaign .
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 5:12-138
What does New Jersey Statutes § 5:12-138 cover?
Section 5:12-138 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 § 5:12-138?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 5:12-138" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 5:12-138 apply to my situation?
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