New Jersey § 5:5-77
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-77, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5:5-77.
In addition thereto said commission may appoint four persons, each of whom, upon being
certified by the chairman of the commission to the Secretary of State as such appointee,
shall take oath before the Secretary of State to discharge the duties of his position. Such persons, upon appointment and qualification, shall have and possess all the
powers, duties and liabilities of police officers in cities, towns, townships and
boroughs, in the making of arrests and the execution of criminal processes, the enforcement
of all the laws of the State and of the provisions of this act. Such persons, when appointed, shall hold their positions or employment at the pleasure
of the commission or for such terms as the commission may fix or determine. Their compensation shall be such sum as may be agreed upon between the commission
and the licensees or permittees authorized or licensed to hold race meetings under
the provisions of this act and be paid by such licensees or permittees. Such persons may be assigned to such duties as the commission may, in its discretion,
deem necessary and such persons shall be responsible to no one in the conduct of their
duties except the Racing Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 5:5-77
What does New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-77 cover?
Section 5:5-77 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 § 5:5-77?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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