N.J. Admin. Code § 15:3-3.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 15:3-3.1 - Standards for microfilming public records; purpose

(a) The microfilm standards established under this subchapter are intended to promote uniformity and quality in the production of microforms of the records of State and local governments in New Jersey. This subchapter:

1. Establishes standards for copying records by photographic and microphotographic means;

2. Establishes standards and procedures for use of micrographic technologies to create, use, store, retrieve, preserve and dispose of public records created, received or maintained in any State or local government agency of the State of New Jersey; and

3. Provides for centralized microfilming and services for State and local agencies.

(b) All agencies engaged in microfilming government records shall meet established standards to ensure that:

1. Microfilm copies contain all significant detail and information shown on the original record;

2. Microfilm copies are usable and legible reproductions of the original record;

3. Microfilm reproduction will have the same acceptability and legal status as the original record; and

4. Microfilm reproduction will meet standards of archival quality for long-term preservation of public records.

N.J. Admin. Code § 15:3-3.1