N.J. Const. art. IV, § 7, ¶ 11
- Constitution
- Constitution of New Jersey
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
The provisions of this Constitution and of any law concerning municipal corporations formed for local government, or concerning counties, shall be liberally construed in their favor. The powers of counties and such municipal corporations shall include not only those granted in express terms but also those of necessary or fair implication, or incident to the powers expressly conferred, or essential thereto, and not inconsistent with or prohibited by this Constitution or by law.
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