When persons bearing the same name are nominated for the same office, either person may file with the municipal clerk a statement in writing containing not more than six words as a means of identification. The statement or designation shall be printed upon the official ballot to be used at the election.
N.J. Stat. Ann. § 40:45-14
Persons with same name; statement of identification on ballot
Known as the Uniform Nonpartisan Elections Law
The act spans §§ 40:45-1 to 40:45-9 (24 sections).
L.1981, c. 379, s. 10, eff
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