New Jersey A3897 requires candidates for elective public office to affirm they have not been convicted of disqualifying crimes.
New Jersey A3897 mandates that candidates for State, county, or municipal elective public office must file a specific affirmation with their nominating petition that they have not been convicted of any disqualifying crimes. If a candidate has been convicted, they must disclose the crime, date, place, and penalties. This bill expands the current requirement for school board candidates to all other elective offices. The affirmation must be signed by the candidate and include an oath of allegiance.
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