Temporary prosecutors; appointment by court; powers; compensation

N.J. Stat. § 2A:158-9
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2A:158-9. In the absence of the attorney general and of the county prosecutor, at any session of the Superior Court, the Assignment Judge of the Superior Court may appoint a fit person to prosecute the pleas of the State during that session. The person so appointed, on taking the oath or affirmation prescribed by N.J.S.2A:158-3, shall be vested, during such session, with the powers of a prosecutor, and be entitled to the same compensation and subject to the same penalties. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.128.
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