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A 4688

Requires MVC to utilize legal name including roman numerals on certain documents issued by MVC.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Carter and 8 co-sponsors

New Jersey law would require the Motor Vehicle Commission to print legal names including Roman numerals on all issued documents to match official identity records.

Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading
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Bill Summary · A 4688

Legislative bill overview

Assembly Bill A 4688 requires the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) in New Jersey to include individuals' legal names with Roman numerals (such as "Jr.", "Sr.", "II", "III") on documents it issues. The bill ensures that official MVC documents accurately reflect how people's names legally appear, including generational suffixes.

Why is this important

Accurate name representation on government-issued documents is essential for identity verification, legal contracts, and preventing fraud. Without Roman numerals included, individuals with generational suffixes may face complications when their ID documents don't match other legal records, potentially creating barriers in financial transactions, employment, and administrative processes.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: MVC database and document printing system modifications may require significant expenses and operational adjustments
  • Scope clarity: Unclear whether requirement applies to all MVC documents (licenses, registrations, permits) or only specific ones, and how errors in name submission are handled
  • Practical necessity: Questions about whether this addresses a genuine widespread problem or represents a niche issue affecting relatively few citizens

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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