N.J. Stat. § 11A:5-7
Current through L. 2023, c. 336.
Nothing contained in N.J.S. 11A:5-4 through 11A:5-6 shall apply to promotions, but whenever a veteran ranks highest on a promotional certification, a nonveteran shall not be appointed unless the appointing authority shall show cause before the board why a veteran should not receive such promotion.
N.J.S. § 11A:5-7