New Jersey Statutes Title 2A. Administration of Civil and Criminal Justice 2A § 53A-28

An affidavit shall not be required pursuant to section 2 of this act  1 if the plaintiff provides a sworn statement in lieu of the affidavit setting forth that: the defendant has failed to provide plaintiff with medical records or other records or information having a substantial bearing on preparation of the affidavit; a written request therefor along with, if necessary, a signed authorization by the plaintiff for release of the medical records or other records or information requested, has been made by certified mail or personal service; and at least 45 days have elapsed since the defendant received the request.