N.J. Admin. Code § 19:10-3.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 19:10-3.1 - Rules to be liberally construed

(a) Except as stated in (c) below, whenever the commission or a designated officer finds that unusual circumstances or good cause exists and that strict compliance with the terms of these rules will work an injustice or unfairness, the commission or such officer shall construe these rules liberally to prevent injustices and to effectuate the purposes of the act (N.J.S.A. 34:13A-1 et seq.).

(b) When an act is required or allowed to be done at or within a specified time, the commission may at any time, in its discretion, order the period altered where it shall be manifest that strict adherence will work surprise or injustice or interfere with the proper effectuation of the act (N.J.S.A. 34:13A-1 et seq.).

(c) In accordance with N.J.A.C. 1:1-1.3, the burden of proof shall not be relaxed.

N.J. Admin. Code § 19:10-3.1

Amended by R.1994 d.437, effective 9/6/1994.
See: 26 New Jersey Register 2205(a), 26 New Jersey Register 3745(a).