2A:167-7.Ā  Investigation and report
The governor, in his discretion, may, prior to granting or denying any suchĀ  application, refer the same to the state parole board for its investigation,Ā  and in such case the board shall make a full and complete investigation andĀ  report thereon in writing to the governor with its recommendation in the case.
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L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
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