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NJ A1558
NJ A1558Authorizes Surrogate of every county to establish electronic systems to accept electronic signatures on qualifying documents in probate matters.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that the Surrogate of every county is authorized to establish electronic systems to accept electronic signatures on qualifying documents including application for probate, authorization to accept service of process, executor qualification, surety bond, data entry review, renunciation of executor, application for administration, qualification of administrator, renunciation of administrator, affidavit of assets, notice of probate, and similar qualifying documents. This bill would not apply to any will. In addition, the bill provides the Supreme Court may adopt Rules of Court and the Administrative Director of the Courts may issue directives to effectuate the purposes of this act.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Surrogate of every county to establish electronic systems to accept electronic signatures on qualifying documents in probate matters, such as applications for probate, executor qualifications, and administrator appointments. It excludes any wills from this provision. The bill also allows the Supreme Court to adopt Rules of Court and the Administrative Director of the Courts to issue directives to implement the purposes of this act.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A1558 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A2000/1558_I1.HTM |
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