Upon verification of eligibility for the award, the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs shall issue, at no cost to the applicant, the New Jersey Distinguished Service Medal with the service ribbon (and, if eligible pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5A:3-2.1(c), the silver oak leaf cluster) with appropriate certificate in the name of the Governor of the State of New Jersey. The Department holds medal presentations ceremonies, across the State and throughout the year. In the event that the veteran or applicant is unable to attend the ceremony scheduled in his or her local area, the awards will be presented at the State Veterans Service Office that is closest in proximity to veteran's or applicant's residence.
N.J. Admin. Code § 5A:3-2.4
See: 42 N.J.R. 2172(a), 43 N.J.R. 617(a).
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