N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-5.3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-5.3
Recovery of damages; apportionment among responsible parties
Status: in_force

3. Except as provided in subsection d. of this section, the party so recovering may recover as follows: a. The full amount of the damages from any party determined by the trier of fact to be 60% or more responsible for the total damages. b. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.1995, c.140.) c. Only that percentage of the damages directly attributable to that party's negligence or fault from any party determined by the trier of fact to be less than 60% responsible for the total damages. d. With regard to environmental tort actions, the following provisions shall apply: (1) the party so recovering may recover the full amount of the compensatory damage award from any party determined to be liable , except in cases where the extent of negligence or fault can be apportioned. Such apportionment shall be done in accordance with section 2 of P.L.1973, c.146 (C.2A:15-5.2); (2) in those cases where it is possible to apportion negligence or fault, if the party so recovering is unable to recover the percentage of compensatory damages attributable to a non-settling insolvent party's negligence or fault, that amount of compensatory damages may be recovered from any non-settling party in proportion to the percentage of liability attributed to that party; and (3) notwithstanding the provisions of any other provision of law to the contrary, if the percentage of liability or fault of any party is found to be five percent or less, upon acceptance of that determination by that party and payment thereof in full, that party shall not be liable for any further claims for contribution regarding that action. e. Any party who is compelled to pay more than his percentage share may seek contribution from the other joint tortfeasors. f. As used in this section, "environmental tort action" means a civil action seeking damages for personal injuries or death where the cause of the damages is the negligent manufacture, use, disposal, handling, storage or treatment of hazardous or toxic substances. L.1973,c.146,s.3; amended 1987,c.325,s.2; 1995,c.140,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-28 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-28
Civil action for treble damages; allocation
Status: in_force

6. a. The Attorney General may institute a civil action against any person who violates section 3 of this act, and may recover a judgment against all persons who violate this section, jointly and severally, for damages in an amount equal to three times the value of all property involved in the criminal activity, together with costs incurred for resources and personnel used in the investigation and litigation of both criminal and civil proceedings. The standard of proof in actions brought under this subsection is a preponderance of the evidence, and the fact that a prosecution for a violation of this act is not instituted or, where instituted, terminates without a conviction shall not preclude an action pursuant to this subsection. A final judgment rendered in favor of the State in any criminal proceedings shall estop the defendant from denying the same conduct in any civil action brought pursuant to this subsection. b. The cause of action authorized by this section shall be in addition to and not in lieu of any forfeiture or any other action, injunctive relief or any other remedy available at law, except that where the defendant is convicted of a violation of this act, the court in the criminal action, upon the application of the Attorney General or the prosecutor, may in addition to any other disposition authorized by this Title, sentence the defendant to pay an amount equal to the damages calculated pursuant to the provisions of this subsection, whether or not a civil action has been instituted. c. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, all monies collected pursuant to any judgment recovered or order issued pursuant to this section shall first be allocated to the payment of any State tax, penalty and interest due and owing to the State as a result of the conduct which is the basis for the action. Monies collected shall be allocated next in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.2C:64-6 as if collected pursuant to chapter 64 of Title 2C, in an amount equal to the amount of all property involved in the criminal activity plus the costs incurred for resources and personnel used in the investigation and litigation. The remainder of the monies collected shall be allocated to the General Fund of the State. L.1994,c.121,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-59 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-59
Debt continuing lien upon vessel; preferences
Status: in_force

A debt contracted by an owner of a vessel within this State, shall be a continuing lien upon the vessel and her apparel until paid, for: a. Labor performed or materials or articles furnished in this State for the building, repairing, fitting, furnishing or equipping the vessel in this State at the time when the same was performed or were furnished; or b. Supplies, provisions and stores furnished within this State for the use of the vessel; or c. Towing, wharfage and drydockage of the vessel and the expenses of keeping the same in storage in port in water or on land, including expenses incurred in taking care of and employing persons to watch the vessel. The lien shall be preferred to all other liens on the vessel, except mariner's wages. Amended by L.1976, c. 55, s. 1, eff. July 27, 1976.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:81-20 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 81 / Section 81-20
Witness from another state summoned to testify in this state
Status: in_force

If a person in any state, which by its laws has made provision for commanding persons within its borders to attend and testify in criminal prosecutions, or grand jury investigations commenced or about to commence, in this state, is a material witness in a prosecution pending in a court of record in this state, or in a grand jury investigation which has commenced or is about to commence, a judge of such court may issue a certificate under the seal of the court stating these facts and specifying the number of days the witness will be required. Said certificate may include a recommendation that the witness be taken into immediate custody and delivered to an officer of this state to assure his attendance in this state. This certificate shall be presented to a judge of a court of record in the county in which the witness is found. If the witness is summoned to attend and testify in this state he shall be tendered the sum of 10 cents a mile for each mile by the ordinary traveled route to and from the court where the prosecution is pending, and $5 for each day that he is required to travel and attend as a witness. A witness who has appeared in accordance with the provisions of the summons shall not be required to remain within this state a longer period of time than the period mentioned in the certificate, unless otherwise ordered by the court. If such witness, after coming into this state, fails without good cause to attend and testify as directed in the summons, he shall be punished in the manner provided for the punishment of any witness who disobeys a summons issued from a court of record in this state.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-32 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-32
Indemnity to sheriff by creditor against demand of claimant
Status: in_force

If the execution creditor indemnifies the sheriff making the levy against the demand of the claimant, further proceedings in the claimant's action shall be suspended and the sale proceeded with as directed by the execution.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:17-3 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 17 / Section 17-3
Criminal mischief.
Status: in_force

2C:17-3. a. Offense defined. A person is guilty of criminal mischief if he: (1) Purposely or knowingly damages tangible property of another or damages tangible property of another recklessly or negligently in the employment of fire, explosives or other dangerous means listed in subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:17-2; or (2) Purposely, knowingly or recklessly tampers with tangible property of another so as to endanger person or property, including the damaging or destroying of a rental premises by a tenant in retaliation for institution of eviction proceedings. b. Grading. (1) Criminal mischief is a crime of the third degree if the actor purposely or knowingly causes pecuniary loss of $2,000.00 or more. (2) Criminal mischief is a crime of the fourth degree if the actor causes pecuniary loss in excess of $500.00 but less than $2000.00. It is a disorderly persons offense if the actor causes pecuniary loss of $500.00 or less. (3) Criminal mischief is a crime of the third degree if the actor damages, defaces, eradicates, alters, receives, releases or causes the loss of any research property used by the research facility, or otherwise causes physical disruption to the functioning of the research facility. The term "physical disruption" does not include any lawful activity that results from public, governmental, or research facility employee reaction to the disclosure of information about the research facility. (4) Criminal mischief is a crime of the fourth degree if the actor damages, removes or impairs the operation of any device, including, but not limited to, a sign, signal, light or other equipment, which serves to regulate or ensure the safety of air traffic at any airport, landing field, landing strip, heliport, helistop or any other aviation facility; however, if the damage, removal or impediment of the device recklessly causes bodily injury or damage to property, the actor is guilty of a crime of the third degree, or if it recklessly causes a death, the actor is guilty of a crime of the second degree. (5) Criminal mischief is a crime of the fourth degree if the actor interferes or tampers with any airport, landing field, landing strip, heliport, helistop or any other aviation facility; however if the interference or tampering with the airport, landing field, landing strip, heliport, helistop or other aviation facility recklessly causes bodily injury or damage to property, the actor is guilty of a crime of the third degree, or if it recklessly causes a death, the actor is guilty of a crime of the second degree. (6) Criminal mischief is a crime of the third degree if the actor tampers with a grave, crypt, mausoleum or other site where human remains are stored or interred, with the purpose to desecrate, destroy or steal such human remains or any part thereof. (7) Criminal mischief is a crime of the third degree if the actor purposely or knowingly causes a substantial interruption or impairment of public communication, transportation, supply of water, oil, gas or power, or other public service. Criminal mischief is a crime of the second degree if the substantial interruption or impairment recklessly causes death. (8) Criminal mischief is a crime of the fourth degree if the actor purposely or knowingly breaks, digs up, obstructs or otherwise tampers with any pipes or mains for conducting gas, oil or water, or any works erected for supplying buildings with gas, oil or water, or any appurtenances or appendages therewith connected, or injures, cuts, breaks down, destroys or otherwise tampers with any electric light wires, poles or appurtenances, or any telephone, telecommunications, cable television or telegraph wires, lines, cable or appurtenances. c. A person convicted of an offense of criminal mischief that involves an act of graffiti may, in addition to any other penalty imposed by the court, be required to pay to the owner of the damaged property monetary restitution in the amount of the pecuniary damage caused by the act of graffiti and to perform community service, which shall include removing the graffiti from the property, if appropriate. If community service is ordered, it shall be for either not less than 20 days or not less than the number of days necessary to remove the graffiti from the property. d. As used in this section: "Act of graffiti" means the drawing, painting or making of any mark or inscription on public or private real or personal property without the permission of the owner. e. A person convicted of an offense of criminal mischief that involves the damaging or destroying of a rental premises by a tenant in retaliation for institution of eviction proceedings, may, in addition to any other penalty imposed by the court, be required to pay to the owner of the property monetary restitution in the amount of the pecuniary damage caused by the damage or destruction. amended 1979, c.178, s.30; 1981, c.290, s.17; 1991, c.336, s.1, 1995, c.20, s.2; 1995, c.251, s.1; 1998, c.54, s.1; 1999, c.95, s.1; 2005, c.316; 2005, c.319, s.5; 2014, c.69, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:34-65 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 34 / Section 34-65
Initial child custody jurisdiction.
Status: in_force

13. Initial Child Custody Jurisdiction. a. Except as otherwise provided in section 16 of this act , or section 1 of P.L.2013, c.7 (C.9:2-12.1) concerning a service member's absence due to a deployment or service-related treatment as set forth in that section, a court of this State has jurisdiction to make an initial child custody determination only if: (1) this State is the home state of the child on the date of the commencement of the proceeding, or was the home state of the child within six months before the commencement of the proceeding and the child is absent from this State but a parent or person acting as a parent continues to live in this State; (2) a court of another state does not have jurisdiction under paragraph (1) of this subsection, or a court of the home state of the child has declined to exercise jurisdiction on the ground that this State is the more appropriate forum under section 19 or 20 of this act and: (a) the child and the child's parents, or the child and at least one parent or a person acting as a parent have a significant connection with this State other than mere physical presence; and (b) substantial evidence is available in this State concerning the child's care, protection, training and personal relationships; (3) all courts having jurisdiction under paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection have declined to exercise jurisdiction on the ground that a court of this State is the more appropriate forum to determine the custody of the child under section 19 or 20 of this act; or (4) no state would have jurisdiction under paragraph (1), (2) or (3) of this subsection. b. Subsection a. of this section is the exclusive jurisdictional basis for making a child custody determination by a court of this State. c. Physical presence of, or personal jurisdiction over, a party or a child is neither necessary nor sufficient to make a child custody determination. d. A court of this State may assume temporary emergency jurisdiction in accordance with section 16 of this act. L.2004, c.147, s.13; amended 2013, c.7, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:34-12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 34 / Section 34-12
Counterclaims.
Status: in_force

2A:34-12. Counterclaims. Whenever the court shall have acquired jurisdiction of any action under the provisions of this chapter or P.L.2006, c.103 (C.37:1-28 et al.), the defendant therein may, by counterclaim, state any cause of action under this chapter or P.L.2006, c.103 (C.37:1-28 et al.) which exists at the time of the service of the counterclaim. Amended 2006, c.103, s.72.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-6.2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-6.2
Violations; disorderly persons
Status: in_force

Any person violating the provisions of this act shall be a disorderly person. L.1976, c. 100, s. 2, eff. Oct. 7, 1976.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23B-23 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23B / Section 23B-23
Vacating award.
Status: in_force

23. Vacating Award. a. Upon the filing of a summary action with the court by a party to an arbitration proceeding, the court shall vacate an award made in the arbitration proceeding if: (1) the award was procured by corruption, fraud, or other undue means; (2) the court finds evident partiality by an arbitrator; corruption by an arbitrator; or misconduct by an arbitrator prejudicing the rights of a party to the arbitration proceeding; (3) an arbitrator refused to postpone the hearing upon showing of sufficient cause for postponement, refused to consider evidence material to the controversy, or otherwise conducted the hearing contrary to section 15 of this act, so as to substantially prejudice the rights of a party to the arbitration proceeding; (4) an arbitrator exceeded the arbitrator's powers; (5) there was no agreement to arbitrate, unless the person participated in the arbitration proceeding without raising the objection pursuant to subsection c. of section 15 of this act not later than the beginning of the arbitration hearing; or (6) the arbitration was conducted without proper notice of the initiation of an arbitration as required in section 9 of this act so as to substantially prejudice the rights of a party to the arbitration proceeding. b. A summary action pursuant to this section shall be filed within 120 days after the aggrieved party receives notice of the award pursuant to section 19 of this act or within 120 days after the aggrieved party receives notice of a modified or corrected award pursuant to section 20 of this act, unless the aggrieved party alleges that the award was procured by corruption, fraud, or other undue means, in which case the summary action shall be commenced within 120 days after the ground is known or by the exercise of reasonable care would have been known by the aggrieved party. c. If the court vacates an award on a ground other than that set forth in paragraph (5) of subsection a. of this section, it may order a rehearing. If the award is vacated on a ground stated in paragraph (1) or (2) of subsection a. of this section, the rehearing shall be before a new arbitrator. If the award is vacated on a ground stated in paragraph (3), (4), or (6) of subsection a. of this section, the rehearing may be before the arbitrator who made the award or the arbitrator's successor. The arbitrator shall render the decision in the rehearing within the same time as that provided in subsection b. of section 19 of this act for an award. d. If the court denies an application to vacate an award, it shall confirm the award unless an application to modify or correct the award is pending. L.2003,c.95,s.23.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-61.22 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-61.22
Short title
Status: in_force

This amendatory and supplementary act shall be known and may be cited as the "Senior Citizens and Disabled Protected Tenancy Act." L.1981, c. 226, s. 1, eff. July 27, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-10.3a — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-10.3a
Criminalization, degree of crime.
Status: in_force

3. a. It is a crime for any person, knowingly or purposely, to obtain, or to possess, substances containing: 4-methylmethcathinone (mephedrone, 4-MMC); 3,4-methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV); 3,4-methylenedioxymethcathinone (methylone, MDMC), 4-methoxymethcathinone (methedrone, bk-PMMA, PMMC); 3-fluoromethcathinone (3-FMC); 4-fluoromethcathinone (flephedrone, 4-FMC); or alpha-pyrrolidinopentiophenone (alpha-PVP). b. A person who violates subsection a. of this section where the quantity involved is one ounce or more is guilty of a crime of the third degree. c. A person who violates subsection a. of this section where the quantity involved is less than one ounce is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. L.2011, c.120, s.3; amended 2017, c.209, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-126 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-126
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this article: "Contractor" means a person, his assigns or legal representatives, with whom a contract with a public agency is made. "Public agency" means any county, city, town, township, public commission, public board or other municipality in this state authorized by law to make contracts for the making of any public improvement in any city, town, township or other municipality. "Subcontractor" means a person having a contract under a contractor for the performance of the same work, or any specified part thereof, and also a person having such a contract with a subcontractor, for the performance of the same work or any specified part thereof.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:16-12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 16 / Section 16-12
Recording of judgments, orders and proceedings
Status: in_force

The clerk of the superior court shall record every judgment and appealable order and in actions in which any writ or other proceeding shall require the removal of the record of any judgment to any other court, or other circumstances render it necessary, the clerk shall record also the proceedings in the action in full, by entering the warrants of attorney, process and return, pleadings, proceedings and judgment, so as to make a complete record thereof, which entry shall constitute the record. In each such case, the clerk shall enter on the civil docket and, when the judgment is recorded therein, on the civil judgment and order docket, the date and place where the judgment is recorded in full as provided by this section. The photographing and placing in suitable secured binders of photostats, or the microphotographing and development of the microfilm reel, or the placing of carbon copies in suitable secured binders, of any pleading, judgment, order or any instrument filed with the clerk of the court, with a suitable index thereto, shall constitute a recording as required by this section.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-21.13 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-21.13
Inapplicability of act to rights of department of corrections
Status: in_force

Nothing contained in this act shall be construed to limit the right of the Department of Corrections to search the offices of inmate newspapers or the public information offices of any inmate organization located within a correctional facility. L.1979, c. 488, s. 5, eff. Feb. 28, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:32-1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 32 / Section 32-1
Remedies of person defrauded
Status: in_force

Whenever there is fraud in the execution or consideration of a contract, the person defrauded at any time thereafter may institute a civil action, to recover the money owing on such contract although, by its terms, the debt contracted or the money secured to be paid thereby is not then due or payable; and the person defrauded may, upon discovery of the fraud, either rescind the contract entirely and recover the money or property obtained by the fraud, or, sue on the contract to recover thereon. The plaintiff in such an action shall have all rights to which he would be entitled if the debt or obligation was due and payable at the time of the commencement of the action.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:25-32.9 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 25 / Section 25-32.9
Annual report evaluating pilot program.
Status: in_force

11. Not later than one year following the implementation of the pilot program, and annually thereafter for a total of four years, the Attorney General shall submit to the Governor, and to the Legislature pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1991, c.164 (C.52:14-19.1), a report containing an evaluation of the pilot program. The report shall recommend whether the pilot program should be continued as a Statewide program and include a cost impact analysis of the costs and expenses used to help pay for electronic monitoring and victim notification, the monitoring fee, and civil penalties imposed on defendants pursuant to sections 2 and 6 of P.L.2025, c.291 (C.2C:25-32.2 and C.2C:25-32.6) to defray the costs of electronic monitoring and victim notification pursuant to P.L.2025, c.291 (C.2C:25-32.1 et al.). L.2025, c.291, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:28-4 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 28 / Section 28-4
False reports to law enforcement authorities.
Status: in_force

2C:28-4. a. Falsely incriminating another. A person who knowingly gives or causes to be given false information to any law enforcement officer with purpose to implicate another commits a crime of the third degree, except the offense is a crime of the second degree if the false information which the actor gave or caused to be given would implicate the person in a crime of the first or second degree.
For the purposes of this subsection, knowledge of the grade of the crime about which the defendant gave false information is not an element of the offense and it shall not be a defense that the defendant did not know of the grade of the crime. b. Fictitious reports. A person commits a crime of the fourth degree if he:
(1) Reports or causes to be reported to law enforcement authorities an offense or other incident within their concern knowing that it did not occur; or
(2) Pretends to furnish or causes to be furnished such authorities with information relating to an offense or incident when he knows he has no information relating to such offense or incident. amended 2015, c.175.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-20.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-20.2
Unauthorized practice of psychology; third degree crime.
Status: in_force

1. A person is guilty of a crime of the third degree if he is required to be licensed to practice psychology pursuant to the "Practicing Psychology Licensing Act," P.L.1966, c.282 (C.45:14B-1 et seq.), and he knowingly does not possess a license to practice psychology, or knowingly has had such license suspended, revoked or otherwise limited by an order entered by the State Board of Psychological Examiners, and he: a. engages in the practice of psychology; b. exceeds the scope of practice permitted by the board order; c. holds himself out to the public or any person as being eligible to engage in that practice; d. engages in any activity for which such license is a necessary prerequisite; or e. practices psychology under a false or assumed name or falsely impersonates another person licensed by the board. This section shall not apply to any person who is authorized to practice psychology without a license pursuant to the "Practicing Psychology Licensing Act," P.L.1966, c.282 (C.45:14B-1 et seq.) or any other applicable law. L.2013, c.168, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:58-2.8 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 58 / Section 58-2.8
Definitions relative to personalized handguns; roster.
Status: in_force

2. a. As used in this act, "authorized user" means the lawful owner of a personalized handgun or person to whom the owner has given consent to use the personalized handgun. b. The Personalized Handgun Authorization Commission shall maintain a roster of all personalized handguns approved by the commission as meeting the personalized handgun performance standards and qualifying criteria established pursuant to this section. The roster of approved personalized handguns shall be published on a website maintained by the New Jersey State Police and shall be updated as necessary. A copy of the roster shall be made available every six months to registered and licensed firearms dealers in this State. c. Within one year of organizing, the commission shall develop personalized handgun performance standards and qualifying criteria which a personalized handgun shall meet in order to be placed on the personalized handgun roster. The personalized handgun performance standards and qualifying criteria shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) the handgun shall be reasonably resistant to being fired by anyone other than the handgun's authorized user as defined in N.J.S.2C:39-1; (2) the personalized technology shall be incorporated into the design of the personalized handgun and shall be a permanent, irremovable part of the handgun and any device or object necessary for the authorized user to fire the handgun; (3) the personalized handgun shall not be manufactured so as to permit the personalized characteristics of the handgun to be readily deactivated; and (4) the personalized handgun shall meet any other reliability standards generally used in the industry for other commercially available handguns. d. The commission shall recommend to the Attorney General any rule, regulation, guideline or revision thereto, or legislation which it deems necessary to establish a process by which handgun manufactures may request that their handguns be added to the roster established pursuant to this section. L.2019, c.164, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:33-24 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 33 / Section 33-24
"Act of graffiti."
Status: in_force

2C:33-24. As used in this chapter, "act of graffiti" means the drawing, painting or making any mark or inscription on public or private real or personal property without the permission of the owner. amended 2014, c.69, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:62-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 62 / Section 62-6
Scope of adjudication by court
Status: in_force

The court shall, upon the verdict of the jury taken pursuant to section 2A:62-4 of this title, or upon its own inquiry and determination as provided by section 2A:62-5 of this title, finally settle and adjudge whether a defendant to the suit has an estate, interest or right in or lien or encumbrance upon the affected lands, or any part thereof, and what the same is and in or upon what part of the affected lands it exists.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:160-10 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 160 / Section 160-10
Fugitives from justice found in this state; arrest and delivery to demanding state; person charged with murder in demanding state and imprisoned in this state for term less than life; warrant of governor
Status: in_force

Subject to the provisions of this article, the provisions of the constitution of the United States controlling, and any and all acts of congress enacted in pursuance thereof, it is the duty of the governor of this state to have arrested and delivered up to the executive authority of any other state of the United States any person charged in that state with treason, felony or other crime, who has fled from justice and is found in this state; provided, if the executive authority of any other state or district requests the extradition of any person charged in that state with murder, and that person is imprisoned in a penal institution or jail of this state for a term less than imprisonment for life, the governor of this state may deliver him or her up to the executive authority of the demanding state or district for the purpose of trial in said state or district; provided, however, that prior to the removal of the person from this state, the executive authority of the demanding state or district shall have agreed that the person so delivered up is to be returned immediately to this state, at the cost of the demanding state or district, to serve the balance of his or her term of imprisonment in the event of his or her acquittal in the demanding state, or in the event of his or her conviction in such state of manslaughter or any degree of murder the punishment for which is less than death or imprisonment for life. The warrant of the governor of this state shall be sufficient authority to the keeper of the New Jersey state prison or officer of any other institution to surrender the person named therein and for whom extradition is sought.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:44-8 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 44 / Section 44-8
Convicted defendants, prior restrictions continued.
Status: in_force

3. When a defendant is found guilty of a sex offense, the court may, at the time of sentencing and in addition to any other disposition authorized by law, order the continuation of a prior order or condition of bail that restricts the defendant's contact with the victim, or enter an order imposing such restrictions at the time of sentencing. In addition to restricting a defendant's contact with the victim, the court may enter an order: a. restraining the defendant from entering the residence, property, school, or place of employment of the victim or of other family or household members of the victim and requiring the defendant to stay away from any specified place that is named in the order and is frequented regularly by the victim or other family or household members; b. restraining the defendant from making contact with the plaintiff or others, including an order forbidding the defendant from personally or through an agent initiating any communication likely to cause annoyance or alarm including, but not limited to, personal, written, or telephone contact with the victim or other family members, or their employers, employees, or fellow workers, or others with whom communication would be likely to cause annoyance or alarm to the victim; c. prohibiting the defendant from stalking or following, or threatening to harm, to stalk or to follow, the complainant or any other person named in the order in a manner that, taken in the context of past actions of the defendant, would put the complainant in reasonable fear that the defendant would cause the death or injury of the complainant or any other person. Behavior prohibited under this act includes, but is not limited to, behavior prohibited under the provisions of P.L.1992, c.209 (C.2C:12-10); d. providing for any other appropriate restraints necessary to protect the victim. L.2007, c.133, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35B-17 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35B / Section 35B-17
Nonapplicability of act
Status: in_force

17. No cause of action shall arise based on any act by a defendant which occurred prior to the effective date of this act. L.2001, c.114, s.17.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:19-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 19 / Section 19-3
Transfer of property within 4 months of assignment to give preference void; recovery of property
Status: in_force

If any person being insolvent or in contemplation of insolvency shall, within 4 months before the making of a general assignment, and with the intention of preferring any creditor or person under liability for him, mortgage, pledge, assign, pay or transfer any of his property, or procure or suffer any of his property to be taken, attached or levied upon, or any lien or encumbrance to be acquired thereon by legal process or otherwise, such preferential transaction shall be void as against the assignee. The assignee may recover the property given by way of preference, or the value thereof, from the person so receiving the same or so benefited thereby.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-4.1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-4.1
Destruction, alteration, falsification of records, crime of fourth degree
Status: in_force

A person is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree if he purposefully destroys, alters or falsifies any record relating to the care of a medical or surgical or podiatric patient in order to deceive or mislead any person as to information, including, but not limited to, a diagnosis, test, medication, treatment or medical or psychological history, concerning the patient. L.1989, c.300, s.15.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-5.2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-5.2
Findings of fact; percentage of fault; terms defined
Status: in_force

2. a. In all negligence actions and strict liability actions in which the question of liability is in dispute, including actions in which any person seeks to recover damages from a social host as defined in section 1 of P.L.1987, c.404 (C.2A:15-5.5) for negligence resulting in injury to the person or to real or personal property, the trier of fact shall make the following as findings of fact: (1) The amount of damages which would be recoverable by the injured party regardless of any consideration of negligence or fault, that is, the full value of the injured party's damages. (2) The extent, in the form of a percentage, of each party's negligence or fault. The percentage of negligence or fault of each party shall be based on 100% and the total of all percentages of negligence or fault of all the parties to a suit shall be 100%. b. In an action in which a person seeks to recover damages from a social host for negligence resulting in injury to the person or to real or personal property, the negligence of any person in becoming intoxicated shall be considered by the trier of fact, and the trier of fact shall allocate a percentage of negligence to that person. c. As used in this section: (1) "Negligence actions" includes, but is not limited to, civil actions for damages based upon theories of negligence, products liability, professional malpractice whether couched in terms of contract or tort and like theories. In determining whether a case falls within the term "negligence actions," the court shall look to the substance of the action and not the conclusory terms used by the parties. (2) "Strict liability actions" includes, but is not limited to, civil actions for damages based upon theories of strict liability, products liability, breach of warranty and like theories. In determining whether a case falls within the term "strict liability actions," the court shall look to the substance of the action and not the conclusory terms used by the parties. d. The judge shall mold the judgment from the findings of fact made by the trier of fact. L.1973,c.146,s.2; amended 1987,c.325,s.1; 1987,c.404,s.4; 1995,c.140,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:10-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 10 / Section 10-6
Contempt by sheriff or other officer
Status: in_force

2A:10-6. A sheriff or other officer to whom any writ, process, judgment or order of the Superior Court is directed or delivered, who shall be adjudged in contempt of the court for failure to make return thereof or thereto, shall, before he is discharged from his contempt pay to the clerk of the court a sum not exceeding $50 as a fine, to be imposed by the court, together with the costs incurred. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.27.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:20-21 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 20 / Section 20-21
Injunctive relief by state; other persons
Status: in_force

a. In addition to any other action or proceeding authorized by law, the Attorney General or a person alleging injury or loss, may bring an action in the Superior Court to enjoin violations of chapter 20 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes, or to enjoin any acts in furtherance thereof. The Superior Court, in any action brought pursuant to this section, shall, after making due provision for the rights of innocent persons such as prior lienholders or other valid lienholders whose rights are prior to those of the State, grant relief as may be appropriate in the circumstances, including but not limited to: (1) Ordering any defendant to divest himself of any interest in any enterprise, including real estate; (2) Imposing reasonable restrictions upon the future activities or investments of any defendant, including but not limited to, prohibiting any defendant from engaging in the same type of endeavor as the enterprise in which he was engaged in violation of chapter 20 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes; or (3) Ordering the dissolution or reorganization of any enterprise; or (4) Ordering the suspension or revocation of any license, permit, or prior approval granted to any enterprise by any department or agency of the State; or (5) Ordering the forfeiture of the charter of a corporation organized under the laws of this State or the revocation of a certificate authorizing a foreign corporation to conduct business within this State, upon finding that the board of directors or a managerial agent acting on behalf of the corporation, in conducting the affairs of the corporation, has authorized or engaged in conduct in violation of chapter 20 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes and that, for the prevention of future criminal activity, the public interest requires the charter of the corporation forfeited and the corporation dissolved or the certificate revoked. b. In any action the Attorney General or injured person shall move as soon as practicable for a hearing and determination. Pending final determination, the Superior Court may enter temporary orders, including restraints and prohibitions, or take other actions as are in the interest of justice. L.1981, c. 167, s. 9, eff. June 15, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:19-15 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 19 / Section 19-15
Subpoena; commitment for failure to testify
Status: in_force

The assignee may send for persons and papers and examine, on oath which he may administer, any persons, including the creditors and assignor, respecting the affairs, transactions and assets of the assignor, his debts, credits, obligations, contracts, and liabilities and claims asserted against the assignor. If any person shall refuse to be sworn or to answer the questions put to him, or refuse to declare the whole truth touching the subject matter of the examination, the court may, on report by the assignee, commit such person to prison, to remain until he shall have submitted himself to be examined and have paid all the costs of the proceedings against him.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:159A-15 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 159A / Section 159A-15
Transmittal of copies of act
Status: in_force

Duly authenticated copies of this act shall, upon its approval, be transmitted by the Secretary of State to the Governor of each State, the Attorney-General and the Administrator of the General Services Administration of the United States, and the Council of State Governments. L.1958, c. 12, p. 43, s. 7.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:13-7 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 13 / Section 13-7
Luring, enticing an adult, certain circumstances, third degree crime; definitions.
Status: in_force

1. a. A person commits a crime of the third degree if he attempts, via electronic or any other means, to lure or entice a person into a motor vehicle, structure or isolated area, or to meet or appear at any place, with a purpose to commit a criminal offense with or against the person lured or enticed or against any other person. b. As used in this section: "Electronic means" includes, but is not limited to, the Internet, which shall have the meaning set forth in N.J.S.2C:24-4. "Structure" shall have the meaning set forth in P.L.1993, c.291 (C.2C:13-6). c. Nothing herein shall be deemed to preclude, if the evidence so warrants, an indictment and conviction for attempted kidnapping under the provisions of N.J.S.2C:13-1 or for any other crime or offense. d. A person convicted of a second or subsequent offense under this section shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:43-6, the term of imprisonment shall include, unless the person is sentenced pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.2C:43-7, a mandatory minimum term of one-third to one-half of the sentence imposed, or one year, whichever is greater, during which time the defendant shall not be eligible for parole. If the person is sentenced pursuant to N.J.S.2C:43-7, the court shall impose a minimum term of one-third to one-half of the sentence imposed, or five years, whichever is greater. The court may not suspend or make any other non-custodial disposition of any person sentenced as a second or subsequent offender pursuant to this section. For the purposes of this section, an offense is considered a second or subsequent offense if the actor has at any time been convicted pursuant to this section, or under any similar statute of the United States, this State or any other state for an offense that is substantially equivalent to this section. e. A person convicted of an offense under this section who has previously been convicted of a violation of N.J.S.2C:14-2, subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:14-3 or N.J.S.2C:24-4 shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:43-6, the term of imprisonment shall include, unless the person is sentenced pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.2C:43-7, a mandatory minimum term of three years, during which time the defendant shall not be eligible for parole. The court may not suspend or make any other non-custodial disposition of any person sentenced pursuant to this section. For the purposes of this subsection, an offense is considered a previous conviction of N.J.S.2C:14-2, subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:14-3 or N.J.S.2C:24-4 if the actor has at any time been convicted under any of these sections or under any similar statute of the United States, this State or any other state for an offense that is substantially equivalent to any of these sections. f. Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:1-8 or any other law, a conviction under this section shall not merge with a conviction of any other criminal offense, nor shall such other conviction merge with a conviction under this section, and the court shall impose separate sentences upon each violation of this section and any other criminal offense. The court may not suspend or make any other non-custodial disposition of any person sentenced pursuant to this section. L.2005, c.1, s.1; amended L.2007, c.273, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:160-30 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 160 / Section 160-30
Waiver of extradition proceedings; procedure; effect
Status: in_force

Any person arrested in this state charged with having committed any crime in another state or alleged to have escaped from confinement, or broken the terms of his bail, probation or parole, may waive the issuance and service of the warrant provided for in sections 2A:160-15 and 2A:160-16 of this title and all other procedure incidental to extradition proceedings, by executing or subscribing in the presence of a judge of any criminal court of record within this state a writing which states that he consents to return to the demanding state. Before such waiver shall be executed or subscribed by such person it shall be the duty of such judge to inform such person of his rights to the issuance and service of a warrant of extradition and to obtain a writ of habeas corpus as provided for in section 2A:160-18 of this title. If and when such consent has been duly executed it shall forthwith be forwarded to the office of the governor of this state and filed therein. The judge shall direct the officer having such person in custody to deliver forthwith such person to the duly accredited agent or agents of the demanding state, and shall deliver or cause to be delivered to such agent or agents a copy of such consent. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to limit the rights of the accused person to return voluntarily and without formality to the demanding state, nor shall this waiver procedure be deemed to be an exclusive procedure or to limit the powers, rights or duties of the officers of the demanding state or of this state.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-118 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-118
Contents of complaint.
Status: in_force

5. A complaint submitted to the court shall include a statement of the grounds for relief and: a. Documentation of the conditions that form the basis for the complaint; b. Evidence that the owner received notice of the conditions that form the basis for the complaint, and failed to take adequate and timely action to remedy those conditions; and c. With respect to any building that contains non-residential facilities, including but not limited to commercial or office floor space, the complaint shall provide explicit justification for the inclusion of the non-residential facilities in the scope of the receivership order; in the absence of such justification, the court shall exclude such facilities from the scope of the receiver's duties and powers. The complaint may include a recommendation of the receiver to be appointed. L.2003,c.295,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-123 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-123
Appointment of receiver, other relief.
Status: in_force

10. a. If the court determines, after its summary hearing, that the grounds for relief set forth pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-118) have been established, the court may appoint a receiver and grant such other relief as may be determined to be necessary and appropriate. The court shall select as the receiver the mortgageholder, lienholder or a qualified entity, as defined pursuant to section 3 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-116). If the court cannot identify a receiver, the court may appoint any party who, in the judgment of the court, may not have registered with the department pursuant to section 31 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-142), but otherwise fulfills the qualifications of a qualified entity. b. If the court determines, after its summary hearing, that the grounds for relief set forth pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-118) have been established, but the owner presents a plan in writing to the court demonstrating that the conditions leading to the filing of the complaint will be abated within a reasonable period, which plan is found by the court to be reasonable, then the court may enter an order providing that in the event the conditions are not abated by a specific date, including the completion of specific remedial activities by specific dates, or if the conditions recur within a specific period established by the court, then an order granting the relief as requested in the complaint shall be granted. The court may require the owner to post a bond in such amount that the court, in consultation with the party bringing the complaint and the public officer, determines to be reasonable, which shall be forfeit if the owner fails to meet the conditions of the order. c. Any sums advanced or incurred by a mortgage holder or lienholder acting as receiver pursuant to this section for the purpose of making improvements to the property, including court costs and reasonable attorneys fees, may be added to the unpaid balance due said mortgage holder or lienholder subject to interest at the same rate set forth in the note or security agreement. d. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to relieve the owner of the building of any obligation the owner or any other person may have for the payment of taxes or other municipal liens and charges, or mortgages or liens to any party, whether those taxes, charges or liens are incurred before or after the appointment of the receiver. e. The appointment of a receiver shall not suspend any obligation the owner may have as of the date of the appointment of the receiver for payment of any operating or maintenance expense associated with the building, whether or not billed at the time of appointment. Any such expenses incurred after the appointment of the receiver shall be the responsibility of the receiver. L.2003,c.295,s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-21.8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-21.8
Assessment of costs or counsel fee
Status: in_force

If the court finds no reasonable basis for requesting the information has been shown, costs, including counsel fee, may be assessed against the party seeking enforcement of the subpena. Where an application for costs or counsel fee is made, the judge shall set forth his reasons for awarding or denying same. L.1979, c. 479, s. 8, eff. Feb. 27, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-19.3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-19.3
Nonpayment after 90 days; public or private sale; notice to customer
Status: in_force

In the event that payment is not made of the agreed charges or the reasonable value thereof for the work, services, storage, materials or supplies within 90 days after any of the goods were to be delivered or to be available to the customer, the goods may be sold at a public or private sale to pay the agreed or reasonable charges together with the cost of notifying the customer. The person to whom the charges are payable and owing shall, at least 30 days prior to the sale, give notice of the time and place of the sale to the customer. The notice shall be mailed to the customer at his last known address by certified mail, return receipt requested. Where the address of the customer is unknown, the posting of a notice of the sale in a prominent place in a public portion of the premises of the person required to give the notice shall constitute notice. L.1983, c. 528, s. 3, eff. Jan. 17, 1984.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-61.32 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-61.32
Termination of protected tenancy
Status: in_force

11. The administrative agency or officer shall terminate the protected tenancy status immediately upon finding that: a. The dwelling unit is no longer the principal residence of the senior citizen tenant or disabled tenant; or b. The tenant's annual household income, or the average of the tenant's annual household income for the current year, computed on an annual basis, and the tenant's annual household income for the two preceding years, whichever is less, exceeds an amount equal to three times the county per capita personal income, as last reported by the Department of Labor and Industry on the basis of the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis data, or $50,000.00, whichever is greater. The department shall adjust the county per capita personal income to be used in subsection b. of this section if there is a difference of one or more years between (1) the year in which the last reported county per capita personal income was based and (2) the last year in which the tenant's annual household income is based. The county per capita personal income shall be adjusted by the department by an amount equal to the number of years of the difference above times the average increase or decrease in the county per capita personal income for three years, including in the calculation the current year reported and the three immediately preceding years. Upon the termination of the protected tenancy status by the administrative agency or officer, the senior citizen tenant or disabled tenant may be removed from the dwelling unit pursuant to P.L.1974, c.49 (C.2A:18-61.1 et al.), except that all notice and other times set forth therein shall be calculated and extend from the date of the expiration or termination of the protected tenancy period, or the date of the expiration of the last lease entered into with the senior citizen tenant or disabled tenant during the protected tenancy period, whichever shall be later. If the administrative agency determines pursuant to this section that a tenant is no longer qualified for protected tenancy under this act, the administrative agency shall proceed to determine the eligibility of that tenant under the "Tenant Protection Act of 1992," P.L.1991, c.509 (C.2A:18-61.40 et al.), or, in any case in which the administrative agency is not the same as the agency administering that other act in the municipality, refer the case to the appropriate administrative agency for such determination. If the tenant is found to be eligible under the "Tenant Protection Act of 1992," P.L.1991, c.509 (C.2A:18-61.40 et al.), his protected tenancy status shall be continued. The protected tenancy status of the tenant shall remain in full force pending such determination. L.1981,c.226,s.11; amended 1987,c.287,s.4; 1991,c.509,s.23.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:82-43 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 82 / Section 82-43
Attorneys and agents; application of law
Status: in_force

The provisions of sections 2A:82-41 and 2A:82-42 of this title shall apply not only to such claimant, or person against whom such claim has been asserted and his insurance carrier, but also to their respective attorneys and duly authorized agents, subject to reasonable rules and regulations promulgated by any such hospital.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:58-12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 58 / Section 58-12
"Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999"
Status: in_force

3. This chapter shall be known as the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999." References to the "penalty enforcement law" which this law replaces shall be treated as references to this law. L.1999,c.274,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:20-10.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 20 / Section 20-10.2
Receiving a stolen motor vehicle.
Status: in_force

2. a. Receiving a stolen motor vehicle. A person is guilty of receiving a stolen motor vehicle if the person knowingly receives or brings into this State a motor vehicle that is the property of another knowing that it has been stolen, or believing that it is probably stolen. Receiving a stolen motor vehicle is a crime of the second degree if the value of the motor vehicle is $75,000 or more, otherwise it is a crime of the third degree. b. It is an affirmative defense that the property was received with the purpose to restore it to the owner. c. Permissive inference. The requisite knowledge or belief may be inferred in the case of a person who: (1) is found in possession or control of two or more motor vehicles stolen on two or more separate occasions; or (2) has received a stolen motor vehicle in another transaction within the year preceding the transaction charged; or (3) being a person in the business of buying or selling motor vehicles, acquires the motor vehicle without having ascertained by reasonable inquiry that the person from whom it was obtained had a legal right to possess and dispose of it; or (4) is found in possession of a motor vehicle without proper documentation or other evidence of right to possession. For the purposes of this section, "receiving" means acquiring possession, control or title, or lending on the security of the motor vehicle. L.2023, c.101, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:12-18.1 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 12 / Section 12-18.1
Complaints, county, State Police, Statewide, county law enforcement agency, heard in municipal court.
Status: in_force

3. All complaints issued in the county on or after the effective date of P.L.2023, c.284 (C.2B:12-18.1 et al.) by the State Police or any Statewide law enforcement agency, or by any county law enforcement agency, any county code enforcement entity, or by any other non-municipal law enforcement agency, shall be heard in the municipal court of the municipality from which the complaint originates, consistent with the provisions of N.J.S.2B:12-17 and N.J.S.2B:12-18. A regional municipal court established prior to the enactment of P.L.2023, c.284 (C.2B:12-18.1 et al.) shall retain jurisdiction over all matters pending as of the effective date of P.L.2023, c.284 (C.2B:12-18.1 et al.). The assignment judge of the vicinage shall have the authority to transfer matters between the municipal courts of the county consistent with the provisions of this section. L.2023, c.284, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:39-20 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 39 / Section 39-20
Registration of certain firearms.
Status: in_force

7. a. A person who legally owns a firearm as set forth in paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection prior to the effective date of P.L.2018, c.39 (C.2C:39-17 et al.) shall register that firearm within one year from the effective date: (1) a firearm with a fixed magazine capacity holding up to 15 rounds which is incapable of being modified to accommodate 10 or less rounds; or (2) a firearm which only accepts a detachable magazine with a capacity of up to 15 rounds which is incapable of being modified to accommodate 10 or less rounds. b. In order to register the firearm pursuant to subsection a. of this section, the owner shall: (1) complete a registration statement, in the form to be prescribed by the Superintendent of the State Police; and (2) produce for inspection a valid firearms purchaser identification card, permit to carry a handgun, or permit to purchase a handgun. c. The information provided in the registration statement established pursuant to subsection b. of this section shall include, but shall not be limited to: the name and address of the registrant; the number or numbers on the registrant's firearms purchaser identification card, permit to carry a handgun, or permit to purchase a handgun; and the make, model, and serial number of the firearm being registered. Each registration statement shall be signed by the registrant, and the signature shall constitute a representation of the accuracy of the information contained in the registration statement. d. An applicant shall register the firearm in the law enforcement agency of the municipality in which the applicant resides or, if the municipality does not have a municipal law enforcement agency, any State Police station. e. Within 60 days of the effective date of P.L.2018, c.39 (C.2C:39-17 et al.), the superintendent shall prepare the form of registration statement as described in subsection c. of this section and shall provide a suitable supply of statements to each organized full-time municipal police department and each State Police station. f. One copy of the completed registration statement shall be returned to the registrant, a second copy shall be sent to the superintendent, and, if the registration takes place at a municipal police department, a third copy shall be retained by that municipal police department. g. The heir or estate of an owner of a firearm which has been registered pursuant to this section shall within 90 days after the owner's death dispose of that firearm in accordance with section 5 of P.L.2018, c.39 (C.2C:39-19). L.2018, c.39, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44A-15 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44A / Section 44A-15
Improper lodging of lien claim; forfeiture of rights; liability.
Status: in_force

15. a. If a lien claim is without basis, the amount of the lien claim is willfully overstated, or the lien claim is not lodged for record in substantially the form or in the manner or at a time not in accordance with this act, the claimant shall forfeit all claimed lien rights and rights to file subsequent lien claims to the extent of the face amount claimed in the lien claim. The claimant shall also be liable for all court costs, and reasonable legal expenses, including, but not limited to, attorneys' fees, incurred by the owner, community association, contractor or subcontractor, or any combination of owner, community association in accordance with section 3 of P.L.1993, c.318 (C.2A:44A-3), contractor and subcontractor, in defending or causing the discharge of the lien claim. The court shall, in addition, enter judgment against the claimant for damages to any of the parties adversely affected by the lien claim. b. If a defense to a lien claim is without basis, the party maintaining the defense shall be liable for all court costs, and reasonable legal expenses, including, but not limited to, attorneys' fees, incurred by any of the parties adversely affected by the defense to the lien claim. The court shall, in addition, enter judgment against the party maintaining this defense for damages to any of the parties adversely affected thereby. c. If a lien claim is forfeited pursuant to this section, or section 14 of P.L.1993, c.318 (C.2A:44A-14), nothing herein shall be construed to bar the filing of a subsequent lien claim, provided, however, any subsequent lien claim shall not include a claim for the work, services, equipment or material claimed within the forfeited lien claim. d. For the purpose of this section "without basis" means frivolous, false, unsupported by a contract, or made with malice or bad faith or for any improper purpose. L.1993, c.318, s.15; amended 2010, c.119, s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:160-8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 160 / Section 160-8
Effect of article as to waivers by and rights, powers and privileges of this state
Status: in_force

Nothing in this article contained shall be deemed to constitute a waiver by this state of its right, power or privilege to try such demanded person for crime committed within this state, or of its right, power or privilege to regain custody of such person by extradition proceedings or otherwise for the purpose of trial, sentence or punishment for any crime committed within this state, nor shall any proceedings had under this article which result in, or fail to result in, extradition be deemed a waiver by this state of any of its rights, privileges or jurisdiction in any way whatsoever.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:14-11 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 14 / Section 14-11
Special probate clerk
Status: in_force

2B:14-11. Special Probate Clerk. A Surrogate may designate one or more employees to serve as Special Probate Clerk. A special probate clerk shall serve at the pleasure of the Surrogate and may exercise the same powers as the Surrogate in taking depositions of witnesses to wills, qualifications of executors and administrators, acceptance of trusteeships and guardianships, and oaths and affirmances. L.1999,c.70,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:166-8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 166 / Section 166-8
Fees of witnesses and constables on acquittals; payment by and reimbursement of sheriff
Status: in_force

Whenever, on any indictment or accusation, there is an acquittal, the sheriff of the county in which the trial was had shall pay the fees of the witnesses and constables, taking receipts from them for such payments. On the production of such receipts, or upon the oath of the sheriff, the amounts so paid shall, on demand, be repaid to the sheriff by the county treasurer from any moneys in his hand belonging to the county, and such payments shall be allowed to the county treasurer in the settlement of his accounts.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:38A-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 38A / Section 38A-6
Venue of action
Status: in_force

Actions brought under this act may be filed in the Superior Court of the county in which the computer which is accessed is located, or where the terminal used in the accessing is situated, or where the actual damage occurs. L.1984, c. 182, s. 6.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-2.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-2.2
Issuance of court order requiring serological tests.
Status: in_force

4. a. In addition to any other disposition made pursuant to law, a court shall order a person convicted of, indicted for or formally charged with, or a juvenile charged with delinquency or adjudicated delinquent for an act which if committed by an adult would constitute, aggravated sexual assault or sexual assault as defined in subsection a. or c. of N.J.S.2C:14-2 to submit to an approved serological test for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) or infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or any other related virus identified as a probable causative agent of AIDS. The court shall issue such an order only upon the request of the victim and upon application of the prosecutor immediately following the request. The person or juvenile shall be ordered by the court to submit to such repeat or confirmatory tests as may be medically necessary. As used in this section, "formal charge" includes a proceeding by accusation in the event that the defendant has waived the right to an indictment. b. A court order issued pursuant to subsection a. of this section shall require testing to be performed as soon as practicable by the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections pursuant to authority granted to the commissioner by sections 6 and 10 of P.L.1976, c.98 (C.30:1B-6 and 30:1B-10), by a provider of health care, at a health facility licensed pursuant to section 12 of P.L.1971, c.136 (C.26:2H-12) or the Youth Justice Commission established pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1995, c.284 (C.52:17B-170). If the victim makes the request prior to or at the time of indictment, or accusation if the defendant has waived the right to an indictment, the court order shall require the testing be performed within 48 hours. The order shall also require that the results of the test be reported to the offender and to the appropriate Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy. c. The Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy, established pursuant to section 5 of P.L.1985, c.404 (C.52:4B-43), shall reimburse the Department of Corrections, Department of Health or the Youth Justice Commission for the direct costs incurred by these departments for any tests ordered by a court pursuant to subsection a. of this section. Reimbursement shall be made following a request from the department. d. In addition to any other disposition authorized, a court may order an offender at the time of sentencing to reimburse the State for the costs of the tests ordered by subsection a. of this section. e. Upon receipt of the result of a test ordered pursuant to subsection a. of this section, the Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy shall provide the victim with appropriate counseling, referral for counseling and if appropriate, referral for health care. The office shall notify the victim or make appropriate arrangements for the victim to be notified of the test result. f. The result of a test ordered pursuant to subsection a. of this section shall be confidential and employees of the Department of Corrections, the Youth Justice Commission, the Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy, a health care provider, health care facility or counseling service shall not disclose the result of a test performed pursuant to this section except as authorized herein or as otherwise authorized by law or court order. The provisions of this section shall not be deemed to prohibit disclosure of a test result to the person tested. g. Persons who perform tests ordered pursuant to subsection a. of this section in accordance with accepted medical standards for the performance of such tests shall be immune from civil and criminal liability arising from their conduct. h. This section shall not be construed to preclude or limit any other testing for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) or infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or any other related virus identified as a probable causative agent of AIDS which is otherwise permitted by statute, court rule or common law. L.1993, c.364, s.4; amended 1995, c.280, s.22; 2013, c.140; 2025, c.35, s.22.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:160-33 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 160 / Section 160-33
Extradition of persons imprisoned or awaiting trial in another state; agreement to return to state from which extradited
Status: in_force

When it is desired to have returned to this state a person charged in this state with a crime, and such person is imprisoned or is held under criminal proceedings then pending against him in another state, the governor of this state may agree with the executive authority of such other state for the extradition of such person before the conclusion of such proceedings or his term of sentence in such other state, upon condition that such person be returned to such other state at the expense of this state as soon as the prosecution in this state is terminated.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.192 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.192
Partial enforcement.
Status: in_force

69. Partial enforcement. If a tribunal of this State does not recognize and enforce a Convention support order in its entirety, it shall enforce any severable part of the order. An application or direct request may seek recognition and partial enforcement of a Convention support order. L.2016, c.1, s.69.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:48-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 48 / Section 48-7
Recovery over by municipality or county from persons participating in mob or riot
Status: in_force

A municipality or county, having paid damages for the destruction of or injury to property under this article, either upon a judgment therefor or as a settlement, may recover the full value of the property destroyed or injured by action against any or all persons engaged or in any manner participating in the mob or riot and the amount of judgment or settlement shall be prima facie evidence of the value of the property destroyed or injured.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-37 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-37
Indexes to dockets; dockets and indexes public records
Status: in_force

2A:18-37. The clerk of the Superior Court shall make and keep a complete alphabetical index to the dockets required to be kept by this article. The dockets and the indexes thereto shall be public records, to which all persons desiring to examine the same shall have access. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.55.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:34-71 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 34 / Section 34-71
Inconvenient forum.
Status: in_force

19. a. Inconvenient Forum. A court of this State that has jurisdiction under this act to make a child custody determination may decline to exercise its jurisdiction at any time if it determines that it is an inconvenient forum under the circumstances and that a court of another state is a more appropriate forum. The issue of inconvenient forum may be raised upon the court's own motion, request of another court or motion of a party. b. Before determining whether it is an inconvenient forum, a court of this State shall consider whether it is appropriate for a court of another state to exercise jurisdiction. For this purpose, the court shall allow the parties to submit information and shall consider all relevant factors, including: (1) whether domestic violence has occurred and is likely to continue in the future and which state could best protect the parties and the child; (2) the length of time the child has resided outside this State; (3) the distance between the court in this State and the court in the state that would assume jurisdiction; (4) the relative financial circumstances of the parties; (5) any agreement of the parties as to which state should assume jurisdiction; (6) the nature and location of the evidence required to resolve the pending litigation, including the testimony of the child; (7) the ability of the court of each state to decide the issue expeditiously and the procedures necessary to present the evidence; and (8) the familiarity of the court of each state with the facts and issues of the pending litigation. c. If a court of this State determines that it is an inconvenient forum and that a court of another state is a more appropriate forum, it shall stay the proceedings upon condition that a child custody proceeding be promptly commenced in another designated state and may impose any other condition the court considers just and proper. d. A court of this State may decline to exercise its jurisdiction under this act if a child custody determination is incidental to an action for divorce or another proceeding while still retaining jurisdiction over the divorce or other proceeding. L.2004,c.147,s.19.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23B-18 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23B / Section 23B-18
Judicial enforcement of preaward ruling by arbitrator.
Status: in_force

18. Judicial Enforcement of Preaward Ruling by Arbitrator. If an arbitrator makes a preaward ruling in favor of a party to the arbitration proceeding, the party may request the arbitrator to incorporate the ruling into an award pursuant to section 19 of this act. A prevailing party may file a summary action with the court for an expedited order to confirm the award pursuant to section 22 of this act, in which case the court shall summarily decide the application. The court shall issue an order to confirm the award unless the court vacates, modifies, or corrects the award pursuant to section 23 or 24 of this act. L.2003,c.95,s.18.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-138 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-138
Commencement of action; lien of other claimants preserved
Status: in_force

No lien created under this article shall be binding on the funds of the public agency, unless an action to enforce the lien claim be brought within 60 days from the time when the whole work to be performed by the contractor is either completed or accepted by resolution of the public agency, but if any action be brought by any claimant the lien of any other claimant may be preserved and enforced by filing an answer setting up his claim in such action within the time allowed by the practice of, or within such time as may be allowed him by, the court.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:1-15 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 1 / Section 1-15
Development, maintenance of multilingual public aware campaign relative to expungement process.
Status: in_force

20. a. (1) The Administrative Director of the Courts shall develop and maintain a multilingual public awareness campaign to promote awareness of the expungement process, including an expedited expungement pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-5.1) or a "clean slate" expungement pursuant to section 7 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-5.3), and the expungement e-filing system established pursuant to section 11 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-10.1), as well as information on State, local, non-profit and other private job training programs in consultation with the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, with a focus on assisting those persons eligible for the expedited expungement of their records pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-5.1) or a "clean slate" expungement pursuant to section 7 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-5.3), respectively. (2) The public awareness campaign shall, at a minimum, utilize electronic and print media, and shall make available electronically on an Internet website a petition form and a list of the supporting information necessary for an expungement, including an expedited or "clean slate" expungement pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-5.1) or section 7 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-5.3), respectively, using the expungement e-filing system once established pursuant to section 11 of P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-10.1). (3) The petition and supporting information shall, at a minimum,be made available in English and Spanish. b. The Administrative Director of the Courts shall include in the annual report on the activities of the Administrative Office of the Courts, prepared pursuant to N.J.S.2A:12-5, information about the activities and accomplishments of the public awareness campaign developed and maintained pursuant to subsection a. of this section, beginning no later than one year after the effective date of P.L.2021, c.19 (C.2C:35-23.1 et al.). L.2021, c.19, s.20.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.183 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.183
Procedure to register child support order of foreign country for modification.
Status: in_force

60. Procedure to register child support order of foreign country for modification. A party or support enforcement agency seeking to modify, or to modify and enforce, a foreign child support order not under the Convention may register that order in this State under sections 45 through 52 of this act if the order has not been registered. A petition for modification may be filed at the same time as a request for registration, or at another time. The petition shall specify the grounds for modification. L.2016, c.1, s.60.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-72 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-72
Disposal of remaining personal property abandoned by tenant
Status: in_force

1. A landlord of commercial or residential property, in the manner provided by P.L.1999, c.340 (C.2A:18-72 et al.), may dispose of any tangible goods, chattels, manufactured or mobile homes or other personal property left upon a premises by a tenant after giving notice as required by section 2 of P.L.1999, c.340 (C.2A:18-73), only if the landlord reasonably believes under all the circumstances that the tenant has left the property upon the premises with no intention of asserting any further claim to the premises or the property and: a. A warrant for removal has been executed and possession of the premises has been restored to the landlord; or b. The tenant has given written notice that he or she is voluntarily relinquishing possession of the premises. The provisions of P.L.1999, c.340 (C.2A:18-72 et al.) shall not apply to the disposal of tenant property left on nonresidential rental property if there is a lease in effect which has been duly executed by all parties which contains specific terms and conditions for the disposal of tenant property. L.1999,c.340,s.1; amended 2001, c.51.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-5.12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-5.12
Award of punitive damages; determination
Status: in_force

4. a. Punitive damages may be awarded to the plaintiff only if the plaintiff proves, by clear and convincing evidence, that the harm suffered was the result of the defendant's acts or omissions, and such acts or omissions were actuated by actual malice or accompanied by a wanton and willful disregard of persons who foreseeably might be harmed by those acts or omissions. This burden of proof may not be satisfied by proof of any degree of negligence including gross negligence. b. In determining whether punitive damages are to be awarded, the trier of fact shall consider all relevant evidence, including but not limited to, the following: (1) The likelihood, at the relevant time, that serious harm would arise from the defendant's conduct; (2) The defendant's awareness of reckless disregard of the likelihood that the serious harm at issue would arise from the defendant's conduct; (3) The conduct of the defendant upon learning that its initial conduct would likely cause harm; and (4) The duration of the conduct or any concealment of it by the defendant. c. If the trier of fact determines that punitive damages should be awarded, the trier of fact shall then determine the amount of those damages. In making that determination, the trier of fact shall consider all relevant evidence, including, but not limited to, the following: (1) All relevant evidence relating to the factors set forth in subsection b. of this section; (2) The profitability of the misconduct to the defendant; (3) When the misconduct was terminated; and (4) The financial condition of the defendant. L.1995,c.142,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:102-24 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 102 / Section 102-24
Inclusion of statement in prepaid funeral agreement, insurance policy.
Status: in_force

6. A prepaid funeral agreement as defined in section 19 of P.L.1993, c.147 (C.2A:102-18) which is subject to the provisions of this act shall include, in a conspicuous manner, the following statement: "New Jersey law requires this agreement to be irrevocable for applicants or recipients of public assistance programs (such as the Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Work First New Jersey and Work First New Jersey General Public Assistance programs, or any successor program thereof) and for the State of New Jersey to be named as beneficiary of any irrevocable funeral trust or irrevocably assigned newly issued funeral insurance policy purchased or created for the provision and payment of funeral and burial goods and services. Any moneys remaining after the provision of funeral goods and services shall be paid over to the State as required by law." L.1999,c.193,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-22.16 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-22.16
Where disclosure required
Status: in_force

Nothing in this act shall be deemed to prevent the disclosure to a defendant in a criminal action of statements or information given by a victim to a county victim-witness coordinator, where the disclosure of the statements or information is required by the Constitution of this State or of the United States. L. 1987, c. 169, s. 5.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-27 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-27
Permissive inference concerning possession of ephedrine products.
Status: in_force

3. Proof that a person has in his possession more than 30 grams or 10 packages of any drug containing a sole active ingredient of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, phenylpropanolamine, or any of their salts, optical isomers or salts of optical isomers; or more than 30 grams or 10 packages of any combination drug containing, as one of its active ingredients, ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, phenylpropanolamine, or any of their salts, optical isomers or salts of optical isomers, shall give rise to a permissive inference by the trier of fact that the person acted with a purpose to create methamphetamine. L.2005,c.207,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.154 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.154
Nonparentage as defense.
Status: in_force

31. Nonparentage as defense. A party whose parentage of a child has been previously determined by or pursuant to law may not plead nonparentage as a defense to a proceeding under this act. L.2016, c.1, s.31.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-95 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-95
Compensation of administrator; bond
Status: in_force

The court may allow from the rent moneys or security on deposit a reasonable amount for the services of an administrator appointed under the provisions of this act. The administrator so appointed shall furnish a bond, the amount and form of which shall be approved by the court. The cost of such bond shall be paid from the moneys so deposited. L.1971, c. 224, s. 11, eff. June 21, 1971.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-56.1a — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-56.1a
Docketing of order in any court; force and effect
Status: in_force

An order directing that an execution issue against the defendant's wages pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1977, c. 292 (C. 2A:17-56.1) may be docketed in any other court and from the time of its docketing it shall have the same force and operation as an order of the court in which it is docketed. L.1981, c. 203, s. 3, eff. July 9, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23C-5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23C / Section 23C-5
Waiver and preclusion of privilege.
Status: in_force

5. Waiver and Preclusion of Privilege. a. A privilege under section 4 of P.L.2004, c.157 (C.2A:23C-4) may be waived in a record or orally during a proceeding if it is expressly waived by all parties to the mediation and: (1) in the case of the privilege of a mediator, it is expressly waived by the mediator; and (2) in the case of the privilege of a nonparty participant, it is expressly waived by the nonparty participant. b. A person who discloses or makes a representation about a mediation communication that prejudices another person in a proceeding is precluded from asserting a privilege under section 4 of P.L.2004, c.157 (C.2A:23C-4), but only to the extent necessary for the person prejudiced to respond to the representation or disclosure. c. A person who intentionally uses a mediation to plan, attempt to commit or commit a crime, or to conceal an ongoing crime or ongoing criminal activity is precluded from asserting a privilege under section 4 of P.L.2004, c.157 (C.2A:23C-4). L.2004,c.157,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:29-4 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 29 / Section 29-4
Compounding
Status: in_force

A person commits a crime if he accepts or agrees to accept any pecuniary benefit in consideration of refraining from reporting to law enforcement authorities the commission or suspected commission of any offense or information relating to an offense or from seeking prosecution of an offense. A person commits a crime if he confers or agrees to confer any pecuniary benefit in consideration of the other person agreeing to refrain from any such reporting or seeking prosecution. It is an affirmative defense to prosecution under this section that the pecuniary benefit did not exceed an amount which the actor reasonably believed to be due as restitution or indemnification for harm caused by the offense. An offense proscribed by this section is a crime of the second degree. If the thing of value accepted, agreed to be accepted, conferred or agreed to be conferred is any benefit of $200.00 or less, an offense proscribed by this section is a crime of the third degree. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:29-4, eff. Sept. 1, 1979. Amended by L.1979, c. 178, s. 58, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-10.5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-10.5
Effective date
Status: in_force

This act shall take effect June 30, 1956. L.1956, c. 81, p. 170, s. 5. Amended by L.1958, c. 90, p. 534, s. 1; L.1959, c. 27, p. 118, s. 1, eff. May 11, 1959.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23B-35 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23B / Section 23B-35
Payment of fees, costs.
Status: in_force

3. a. A consumer arbitration shall not require a consumer who is a party to the arbitration to pay the fees and costs incurred by an opposing party if the consumer does not prevail in the arbitration, including, but not limited to, the fees and costs of the arbitrator, arbitration organization, attorney, or witnesses. b. (1) All fees and costs charged to or assessed upon a consumer by an arbitration organization in a consumer arbitration, exclusive of arbitrator fees, shall be waived for an indigent consumer. (2) Before requesting or obtaining any fee, an arbitration organization shall provide written notice of the right to obtain a waiver of fees in a manner calculated to bring the matter to the attention of a reasonable consumer, including, but not limited to, prominently placing a notice in its first written communication to the consumer and in any invoice, bill, submission form, fee schedule, or rule or code of procedure. (3) Any consumer requesting a waiver of fees or costs may establish eligibility by making a declaration under oath of the consumer's monthly income and the number of persons living in the consumer's household on a form provided by the arbitration organization and signed by the consumer. An arbitration organization shall not require a consumer to provide any further statement or evidence of indigence. (4) Any information obtained by an arbitration organization regarding a consumer's identity, financial condition, income, wealth, or fee waiver request shall be kept confidential and may not be disclosed to any adverse party or any nonparty to the arbitration, except an arbitration organization may not keep confidential the number of waiver requests received or granted, or the total amount of fees waived. c. Nothing in this section shall affect the ability of an arbitration organization to shift fees that would otherwise be charged or assessed upon a consumer party to another party. d. This section shall only apply to arbitration pursuant to a standardized contract, written by one party, with a provision requiring that disputes arising after the contract's signing shall be submitted to binding arbitration, and the party not writing the contract is a consumer. L.2019, c.493, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:81-17.3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 81 / Section 81-17.3
Order compelling person to testify or produce evidence; immunity from use of such evidence; contempt
Status: in_force

In any criminal proceeding before a court or grand jury, if a person refuses to answer a question or produce evidence of any other kind on the ground that he may be incriminated thereby and if the Attorney General or the county prosecutor with the approval of the Attorney General, in writing, requests the court to order that person to answer the question or produce the evidence, the court shall so order and that person shall comply with the order. After complying and if but for this section, he would have been privileged to withhold the answer given or the evidence produced by him, such testimony or evidence, or any information directly or indirectly derived from such testimony or evidence, may not be used against the person in any proceeding or prosecution for a crime or offense concerning which he gave answer or produced evidence under court order. However, he may nevertheless be prosecuted or subjected to penalty or forfeiture for any perjury, false swearing or contempt committed in answering, or failing to answer, or in producing, or failing to produce, evidence in accordance with the order. If a person refuses to testify after being granted immunity from prosecution and after being ordered to testify as aforesaid, he may be adjudged in contempt and committed to the county jail until such time as he purges himself of contempt by testifying as ordered without regard to the expiration of the grand jury; provided, however, that if the grand jury before which he was ordered to testify has been dissolved, he may then purge himself by testifying before the court. L.1968, c. 195, s. 1, eff. July 19, 1968. Amended by L.1973, c. 112, s. 1, eff. May 7, 1973.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:20-15 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 20 / Section 20-15
Notice and collection of fines
Status: in_force

a. The Assignment Judge may direct the sheriff to send written notice to a person who has failed to respond to a questionnaire concerning jury service, or who has failed to appear for jury service or has refused to serve, that a fine has been imposed. The notice shall state the amount of the fine, the manner of payment to be made to the sheriff, and the consequences of failure to pay the fine within 30 days of the date specified in the notice. The notice shall be served in the same manner as a summons. b. If a defaulting juror fails to pay the fine in response to the notice, the Assignment Judge may issue process directing the sheriff to recover the fine and costs by levy on the defaulting juror's personal property. Source: 2A:79-2; 2A:79-3 L.1995,c.44,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:47-8 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 47 / Section 47-8
Adult Diagnostic and Treatment Center, "good time"; conditions
Status: in_force

1. Notwithstanding the provisions of section 7 of P.L.1979, c.441 (C.30:4-123.51), R.S.30:4-140, R.S.30:4-92 or any other law, a term of imprisonment imposed on a person confined to the Adult Diagnostic and Treatment Center pursuant to the provisions of chapter 47 of this Title shall not be reduced by progressive time credits or credits for diligent application to work and other institutional assignments for any year or fractional part of a year if the person failed to fully cooperate with all treatment offered to him during that time period. This section shall not prohibit the reduction of a person's term of imprisonment by such credits if the person is entitled to the credits pursuant to the provisions of subsection g. of N.J.S.2C:47-3. L.1994, c.129; amended 1998, c.72, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:58C-11 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 58C / Section 58C-11
Liability of health care providers for medical devices
Status: in_force

2. In any product liability action against a health care provider for harm allegedly caused by a medical device that was manufactured or designed in a defective manner, or for harm caused by a failure to warn of a danger related to the use of a medical device, the provider shall not be liable unless: (1) the provider has exercised some significant control over the design, manufacture, packaging or labeling of the medical device relative to the alleged defect in the device which caused the injury, death or damage; or (2) the provider knew or should have known of the defect in the medical device which caused the injury, death or damage, or the plaintiff can affirmatively demonstrate that the provider was in possession of facts from which a reasonable person would conclude that the provider had or should have had knowledge of the alleged defect in the medical device which caused the injury, death or damage; or (3) the provider created the defect in the medical device which caused the injury, death or damage. L.1995,c.143,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-23 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-23
Cleric-penitent privilege
Status: in_force

23. Rule 511. Cleric-penitent privilege. Any communication made in confidence to a cleric in the cleric's professional character, or as a spiritual advisor in the course of the discipline or practice of the religious body to which the cleric belongs or of the religion which the cleric professes, shall be privileged. Privileged communications shall include confessions and other communications made in confidence between and among the cleric and individuals, couples, families or groups in the exercise of the cleric's professional or spiritual counseling role. As used in this section, "cleric" means a priest, rabbi, minister or other person or practitioner authorized to perform similar functions of any religion. The privilege accorded to communications under this rule shall belong to both the cleric and the person or persons making the communication and shall be subject to waiver only under the following circumstances: (1) both the person or persons making the communication and the cleric consent to the waiver of the privilege; or (2) the privileged communication pertains to a future criminal act, in which case, the cleric alone may, but is not required to, waive the privilege. L.1960,c.52,s.23; amended 1981,c.303,s.2; 1994,c.123.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:156A-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 156A / Section 156A-3
Interception, disclosure, use of wire, electronic, oral communication; violation
Status: in_force

3. Except as otherwise specifically provided in this act, any person who: a. Purposely intercepts, endeavors to intercept, or procures any other person to intercept or endeavor to intercept any wire, electronic or oral communication; or b. Purposely discloses or endeavors to disclose to any other person the contents of any wire, electronic or oral communication, or evidence derived therefrom, knowing or having reason to know that the information was obtained through the interception of a wire, electronic or oral communication; or c. Purposely uses or endeavors to use the contents of any wire, electronic or oral communication, or evidence derived therefrom, knowing or having reason to know, that the information was obtained through the interception of a wire, electronic or oral communication; shall be guilty of a crime of the third degree. Subsections b. and c. of this section shall not apply to the contents of any wire, electronic or oral communication, or evidence derived therefrom, that has become common knowledge or public information. L.1968,c.409,s.3; amended 1989,c.85,s.1; 1993,c.29,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:26-2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 26 / Section 26-2
Issuance of attachments; grounds
Status: in_force

2A:26-2. An attachment may issue out of the Superior Court upon the application of any resident or nonresident plaintiff against the property, real and personal, of any defendant in any of the following instances: a. Where the facts would entitle plaintiff to an order of arrest before judgment in a civil action; and in such cases the attachment may issue against the property of a female, or of a corporation in the same manner as though the defendant would be liable to arrest in a civil action, except that, in actions founded upon a tort, an attachment shall not issue against a corporation upon which a summons can be served in this State; or b. Where the defendant absconds or is a nonresident of this State, and a summons cannot be served on him in this State; but an attachment shall not issue hereunder against the rolling stock of a common carrier of another state or against the goods of a nonresident in transit in the custody of a common carrier of this or another state; or c. Where the cause of action existed against a decedent, which survives against his heirs, devisees, executors, administrators or trustees, and there is property in this State which by law is subject to plaintiff's claim; but no action of attachment may be brought hereunder against the heirs unless they, or some of them, nor against the devisees unless they, or some of them, nor against the executors unless they, or some of them, nor against the administrators unless they, or some of them, nor against the trustees unless they, or some of them, are unknown or nonresident and cannot be served with a summons in this State; or d. Where plaintiff has a claim of an equitable nature as to which a money judgment is demanded against the defendant, and the defendant absconds or is a nonresident and a summons cannot be served upon him in this State; or e. Where the defendant is a corporation created by the laws of another state but authorized to do business in this State and such other state authorizes attachments against New Jersey corporations authorized to do business in that state. For the purposes of this section a summons can be served upon a person in this State where service can duly be made upon someone on his behalf in the State, but not where service may be made only by publication in the State. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.82.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:3-2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 3 / Section 3-2
Necessity and other justifications in general
Status: in_force

a. Necessity. Conduct which would otherwise be an offense is justifiable by reason of necessity to the extent permitted by law and as to which neither the code nor other statutory law defining the offense provides exceptions or defenses dealing with the specific situation involved and a legislative purpose to exclude the justification claimed does not otherwise plainly appear. b. Other justifications in general. Conduct which would otherwise be an offense is justifiable by reason of any defense of justification provided by law for which neither the code nor other statutory law defining the offense provides exceptions or defenses dealing with the specific situation involved and a legislative purpose to exclude the justification claimed does not otherwise plainly appear. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:3-2, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-71 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-71
Review and processing of complaints.
Status: in_force

2. Review and processing of complaints. a. The jurisdiction of the court in any complaint filed pursuant to section 11 of P.L.1982, c.77 (C.2A:4A-30) shall extend to the juvenile who is the subject of the complaint and his parents or guardian. b. Every complaint shall be reviewed by court intake services for recommendation as to whether the complaint should be dismissed, diverted, or referred for court action. Where the complaint alleges a crime which, if committed by an adult, would be a crime of the first, second, third or fourth degree, or alleges a repetitive disorderly persons offense or any disorderly persons offense defined in chapter 35 or chapter 36 of Title 2C, the complaint shall be referred for court action, unless the prosecutor otherwise consents to diversion. Court intake services shall consider the following factors in determining whether to recommend diversion: (1) The seriousness of the alleged offense or conduct and the circumstances in which it occurred; (2) The age and maturity of the juvenile; (3) The risk that the juvenile presents as a substantial danger to others; (4) The family circumstances, including any history of drugs, alcohol abuse or child abuse on the part of the juvenile, his parents or guardian; (5) The nature and number of contacts with court intake services and the court that the juvenile or his family have had; (6) The outcome of those contacts, including the services to which the juvenile or family have been referred and the results of those referrals; (7) The availability of appropriate services outside referral to the court; (8) Any recommendations expressed by the victim or complainant, or arresting officer, as to how the case should be resolved; (9) Any recommendation expressed by the county prosecutor; (10) The amenability of the juvenile to participation in a remedial education or counseling program that satisfies the requirements of subsection b. of section 2 of P.L.2011, c.128 (C.2A:4A-71.1) if the offense alleged is an eligible offense as defined in subsection c. of section 2 of P.L.2011, c.128 (C.2A:4A-71.1); and (11) Any information relevant to the offense in any case where the juvenile is charged with an act which if committed by an adult would constitute prostitution in violation of N.J.S.2C:34-1 or any offense which the juvenile alleges is related to the juvenile being a victim of human trafficking. L.1982, c.81, s.2; amended 1988, c.44, s.17; 2011, c.128, s.1; 2011, c.195, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:53A-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 53A / Section 53A-4
Application of act
Status: in_force

This act shall apply to all actions for contribution commenced, and to all judgments recovered, after the effective date hereof irrespective of the time of the commission of the wrongful act or acts by the joint tortfeasors; provided, that it shall not apply with respect to payments made prior to the effective date hereof. L.1952, c. 335, p. 1075, s. 4.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:30B-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 30B / Section 30B-3
Civil actions by child permitted
Status: in_force

3. a. A child, through a parent or guardian or child advocacy organization or personally upon reaching the age of majority, may bring a civil action in the Superior Court, in any county where venue lies, for monetary damages or injunctive relief or both, against a person who: (1) Permits, entices or coerces the child to engage in a prohibited sexual act or in the simulation of such an act if the person knows, has reason to know or intends that the prohibited act may be photographed, filmed, reproduced, or reconstructed in any manner or may be part of an exhibition or performance; (2) Photographs or films the child in a prohibited sexual act or in the simulation of such an act or who uses any device to reproduce or reconstruct the image of the child in a prohibited sexual act or in the simulation of such an act; (3) Knowingly receives for the purpose of selling or who knowingly sells, procures, manufactures, gives, provides, lends, trades, mails, delivers, transfers, publishes, distributes, circulates, disseminates, presents, exhibits, advertises, offers or agrees to offer any photograph, film, videotape or any other reproduction or reconstruction which depicts the child engaging in a prohibited sexual act or in the simulation of such an act. b. In any action brought pursuant to this act, the court shall, upon a finding for the plaintiff, award recovery of three times the amount of damages consisting of financial gains to the defendant resulting from the conduct described in paragraphs (1), (2) and (3) of subsection a. of this section, together with full costs and reasonable attorney's fees. L.1992,c.7,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:26-12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 26 / Section 26-12
Custody of personal property attached
Status: in_force

Personal property of a defendant attached as provided by this chapter shall remain in the safekeeping of the attaching officer to answer and abide the judgment of the court.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-42 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-42
Variances between deed and execution or execution and judgment
Status: in_force

The deed mentioned in section 2A:17-40 of this title, shall be good and valid and received in evidence as such, notwithstanding any variance between the recitals in such deed and the execution or executions by virtue of which the real estate was sold, and notwithstanding any variance between such execution or executions and the judgment or judgments upon which the execution or executions were issued.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:157-10.2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 157 / Section 157-10.2
Subpoena power of those hearing charges.
Status: in_force

3. Except as otherwise provided by the law, the officer, board or authority empowered to hear and determine the charge or charges made against a county investigator shall have the power to subpoena witnesses and documentary evidence. The Superior Court shall have jurisdiction to enforce any such subpoena. L.2003,c.173,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:1-14 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 1 / Section 1-14
Definitions.
Status: in_force

2C:1-14. In this code, unless a different meaning plainly is required: a. "Statute" includes the Constitution and a local law or ordinance of a political subdivision of the State; b. "Act" or "action" means a bodily movement whether voluntary or involuntary; c. "Omission" means a failure to act; d. "Conduct" means an action or omission and its accompanying state of mind, or, where relevant, a series of acts and omissions; e. "Actor" includes, where relevant, a person guilty of an omission; f. "Acted" includes, where relevant, "omitted to act"; g. "Person," "he," and "actor" include any natural person and, where relevant, a corporation or an unincorporated association; h. "Element of an offense" means (1) such conduct or (2) such attendant circumstances or (3) such a result of conduct as (a) Is included in the description of the forbidden conduct in the definition of the offense; (b) Establishes the required kind of culpability; (c) Negatives an excuse or justification for such conduct; (d) Negatives a defense under the statute of limitations; or (e) Establishes jurisdiction or venue; i. "Material element of an offense" means an element that does not relate exclusively to the statute of limitations, jurisdiction, venue or to any other matter similarly unconnected with (1) the harm or evil, incident to conduct, sought to be prevented by the law defining the offense, or (2) the existence of a justification or excuse for such conduct; j. "Reasonably believes" or "reasonable belief" designates a belief the holding of which does not make the actor reckless or criminally negligent; k. "Offense" means a crime, a disorderly persons offense or a petty disorderly persons offense unless a particular section in this code is intended to apply to less than all three; l. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.1991, c.91). m. "Amount involved," "benefit," and other terms of value. Where it is necessary in this act to determine value, for purposes of fixing the degree of an offense, that value shall be the fair market value at the time and place of the operative act. n. "Motor vehicle" shall have the meaning provided in R.S.39:1-1. o. "Unlawful taking of a motor vehicle" means conduct prohibited under N.J.S.2C:20-10 when the means of conveyance taken, operated or controlled is a motor vehicle. p. "Research facility" means any building, laboratory, institution, organization, school, or person engaged in research, testing, educational or experimental activities, or any commercial or academic enterprise that uses warm-blooded or cold-blooded animals for food or fiber production, agriculture, research, testing, experimentation or education. A research facility includes, but is not limited to, any enclosure, separately secured yard, pad, pond, vehicle, building structure or premises or separately secured portion thereof. q. "Communication" means any form of communication made by any means, including, but not limited to, any verbal or written communication, communications conveyed by any electronic communication device, which includes but is not limited to, a wire, radio, electromagnetic, photoelectric or photo-optical system, telephone, including a cordless, cellular or digital telephone, computer, video recorder, fax machine, pager, or any other means of transmitting voice or data and communications made by sign or gesture. r. "School" means a public or nonpublic elementary or secondary school within this State offering education in grades K through 12, or any combination thereof, at which a child may legally fulfill compulsory school attendance requirements. Amended 1979, c.178, s.8; 1991, c.91, s.142; 1993, c.219, s.1; 1995, c.20, s.1; 2001, c.220, s.1; 2006, c.78, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:24-7.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 24 / Section 24-7.2
Personal identifying information protected during certain prosecutions, knowingly exposing others to infectious, communicable disease.
Status: in_force

1. a. As used in this section: "Infectious or communicable disease" means a non-airborne disease spread from person to person that is fatal or causes disabling long-term consequences in the absence of treatment and management. "Personal identifying information" means any name, address, or other information that may be used, alone or in conjunction with any other information, to identify a specific individual, and any photographic image, reproduction, or other depiction of a person. b. In a prosecution under section 1 of P.L.2015, c.186 (C.2C:24-7.1) against a person who knowingly or recklessly engages in conduct which creates a substantial risk of transmitting an infectious or communicable disease to another person, all court decisions, orders, petitions, motions, and other documents filed by the parties and the prosecutor shall be redacted to protect the name and other personal identifying information of the other person from public disclosure, unless the other person requests otherwise. Additionally, the court shall enter appropriate orders to bar the disclosure of the name or other personal identifying information of the other person by the parties, attorneys, law enforcement, and any other persons, unless the other person requests otherwise. L.2021, c.409, s.1
N.J. Stat. § 2A:36-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 36 / Section 36-4
Defense of retaking on fresh pursuit in action of escape
Status: in_force

In an action for an escape against a sheriff or other officer no retaking on fresh pursuit shall be a defense unless the sheriff, or other officer shall show that the person for whose escape the action is brought escaped without his consent or knowledge.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:123-21 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 123 / Section 123-21
Violations; penalties
Status: in_force

Any person who willfully violates this act shall forfeit and pay a penalty of not less than $200.00 nor more than $500.00 for the first offense, and not less than $500.00 nor more than $1,000.00 for the second or any subsequent offense, to be sued for and recovered by and in the name of the division in a summary proceeding in accordance with the penalty enforcement law (N.J.S. 2A:58-1 et seq.). Each tent or sleeping bag sold or exposed for sale shall constitute a separate violation. L.1975, c. 286, s. 6, eff. Jan. 12, 1976.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:156A-12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 156A / Section 156A-12
Order; contents; limitations; extensions; renewals; progress reports; assistance of providers; point of execution
Status: in_force

12. Each order authorizing the interception of any wire, electronic or oral communication shall state: a. The judge is authorized to issue the order; b. The identity of, or a particular description of, the person, if known, whose communications are to be intercepted; c. The character and location of the particular communication facilities as to which, or the particular place of the communication as to which, authority to intercept is granted, or, in the case of an application meeting the requirements of subsection g. of section 9 of P.L.1968, c.409 (C.2A:156A-9) that specification is not practical or that the purpose to thwart interception by changing facilities has been shown; d. A particular description of the type of the communication to be intercepted and a statement of the particular offense to which it relates; e. The identity of the investigative or law enforcement officers or agency to whom the authority to intercept a wire, electronic or oral communication is given and the identity of whoever authorized the application; and f. The period of time during which such interception is authorized, including a statement as to whether or not the interception shall automatically terminate when the described communication has been first obtained. No order entered under this section shall authorize the interception of any wire, electronic or oral communication for a period of time in excess of that necessary under the circumstances. Every order entered under this section shall require that such interception begin and terminate as soon as practicable and be conducted in such a manner as to minimize or eliminate the interception of such communications not otherwise subject to interception under this act by making reasonable efforts, whenever possible, to reduce the hours of interception authorized by said order. In the event the intercepted communication is in a language other than English, or is in a code, and an interpreter or expert in that language or code is not reasonably available during the interception period or a portion of the interception period, minimization shall be accomplished as soon as practicable after the interception. Except as provided below in subsection g. of this section, no order entered under this section shall authorize the interception of wire, electronic or oral communications for any period exceeding 20 days. Extensions or renewals of such an order may be granted for two additional periods of not more than 10 days. No extension or renewal shall be granted unless an application for it is made in accordance with this section, and the court makes the findings required by sections 10 and 11 of P.L.1968, c.409 (C.2A:156A-10 and 2A:156A-11) and by this section. g. Orders entered under this section to provide evidence of racketeering in violation of N.J.S.2C:41-2, leader of organized crime in violation of subsection g. of N.J.S.2C:5-2, or leader of narcotics trafficking network in violation of N.J.S.2C:35-3, may authorize the interception of wire, electronic or oral communications for a period not to exceed 30 days and extensions or renewals of any order may be granted for additional periods of not more than 30 days, without limitation on the number of extension or renewal orders; provided, however, that orders authorized pursuant to this subsection shall not exceed six months. h. Whenever an order authorizing an interception is entered, the order may require reports to be made to the judge who issued the order showing what progress has been made toward achievement of the authorized objective and the need for continued interception. Such reports shall be made at such intervals as the court may require. An order authorizing the interception of a wire, electronic or oral communication shall, upon request of the applicant, direct that a provider of electronic communication service shall furnish the applicant forthwith all information, facilities and technical assistance necessary to accomplish the interception unobtrusively and with a minimum of interference with the services that such provider is affording the person whose communications are to be intercepted. The obligation of a provider of electronic communication service under such an order shall include but is not limited to conducting an in-progress trace during an interception and shall also include the provision of technical assistance and equipment and utilization of any technological features which are available to the provider of electronic communication service. The obligation of the provider of electronic communication service to conduct an in-progress trace and provide other technical assistance may arise pursuant to court order based upon probable cause, under circumstances not involving an interception pursuant to this act. Any provider of electronic communication service furnishing such facilities or assistance shall be compensated therefor by the applicant at the prevailing rates. Said provider shall be immune from civil liability for any assistance rendered to the applicant pursuant to this section. An order authorizing the interception of a wire, electronic or oral communication may be executed at any point of interception within the jurisdiction of an investigative or law enforcement officer executing the order. L.1968,c.409,s.12; amended 1975, c.131, s.8; 1978, c.51, s.5; 1989, c.85, s.4; 1993, c.29, s.11; 1999, c.151, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:51-1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 51 / Section 51-1
Basis of disqualification or disability
Status: in_force

a. No person shall suffer any legal disqualification or disability because of his conviction of an offense or his sentence on such conviction, unless the disqualification or disability involves the deprivation of a right or privilege which is: (1) Necessarily incident to execution of the sentence of the court; (2) Provided by the Constitution or the code; (3) Provided by a statute other than the code, when the conviction is of an offense defined by such statute; or (4) Provided by the judgment, order or regulation of a court, agency or official exercising a jurisdiction conferred by law, or by the statute defining such jurisdiction, when the commission of the offense or the conviction or the sentence is reasonably related to the competency of the individual to exercise the right or privilege of which he is deprived. b. Proof of a conviction as relevant evidence upon the trial or determination of any issue, or for the purpose of impeaching the convicted person as a witness is not a disqualification or disability within the meaning of this chapter. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:51-1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-25 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-25
Political vote
Status: in_force

Rule 31. Every person has a privilege to refuse to disclose the tenor of his vote at a political election unless the judge finds that the vote was cast illegally. L.1960, c. 52, p. 459, s. 25, eff. July 1, 1960.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:33-8.1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 33 / Section 33-8.1
Definitions relative to disruption of funerals, violations, disorderly persons offense.
Status: in_force

2. a. As used in this act: "funeral" means the ceremonies, processions and memorial services held in connection with the burial or cremation of the dead; and "demonstration" includes the following: (1) any picketing or similar conduct, (2) any oration, speech, use of sound amplification equipment or device, or similar conduct that is not part of a funeral, (3) the display of any placard, banner, flag, or similar device, unless such a display is part of a funeral, or (4) the distribution of any handbill, pamphlet, leaflet, or other written or printed matter other than a program distributed as part of a funeral. b. A person is guilty of disrupting a funeral if, during the period beginning one hour prior to the scheduled commencement of a funeral, and until one hour following the actual completion of the funeral, with the purpose of causing inconvenience, annoyance or alarm to the funeral or its participants, or of recklessly creating the risk thereof, the person knowingly: (1) obstructs, hinders, impedes or blocks another person's entry to or exit from the funeral, the funeral procession, the funeral home, church, synagogue, temple or other place of public worship or other location at which a funeral takes place as part of demonstration activities, or (2) engages in demonstration activities within 500 feet of the funeral, the funeral procession, the funeral home, church, synagogue, temple or other place of public worship or other location at which a funeral takes place and makes or assists in the making of noise, diversions, or threatening gestures, or engages in any other disruptive conduct, that disrupts or tends to disrupt the peace or good order of the funeral. c. Disrupting a funeral is a disorderly persons offense. L. 2006, c.93, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:26-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 26 / Section 26-4
Property exempt
Status: in_force

Household goods and furniture not exceeding $1,000.00 in value of a person shall be exempt from attachment, except for a debt incurred in the purchase thereof. If the attaching officer believes that the goods and furniture exceed such value, he may attach and include them in his inventory and appraisement, and the person entitled to the exemption, his family or his estate shall forthwith, on demand by the officer, select, from the inventoried and appraised property, goods and furniture to the value of $1,000.00. A failure to make the selection shall be deemed to be a waiver of the exemption. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended by L.1974, c. 92, s. 1, eff. Sept. 10, 1974.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:66-5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 66 / Section 66-5
Burden of proof on attorney general
Status: in_force

In any proceeding in lieu of prerogative writ instituted by the attorney general, by virtue of his office, to ascertain by what right a person holds any public office, he shall, at the trial, prove affirmatively all the facts alleged in the complaint and not admitted in the answer. The defendant shall not be required to offer evidence until such facts are proven, and then only to controvert the same.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344
N.J. Stat. § 2B:24-13 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 24 / Section 24-13
Lien on property of defendant
Status: in_force

13. a. A municipality shall have a lien on any property to which the defendant shall have or acquire an interest for an amount equal to the reasonable value of the services rendered to a defendant pursuant to this act as calculated at the same rate as the Office of the Public Defender bills clients at that time. b. To effectuate such a lien for the municipality, the municipal attorney shall file a notice setting forth services rendered to the defendant and the reasonable value thereof with the Clerk of the Superior Court. The filing of the notice with the Clerk of the Superior Court shall constitute a lien on property for a period of 10 years from the date of filing, unless discharged sooner, and, except for such time limitations, shall have the force and effect of a judgment. Within 10 days of the filing of the notice, the municipal attorney shall send by certified mail, or serve personally, a copy of the notice with a statement of the date of the filing to or upon the defendant at the defendant's last known address. If the municipal attorney shall fail to give notice, the lien is void. L.1997,c.256,s.13.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:61-19 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 61 / Section 61-19
Distribution of proceeds of sales of or compensation for real estate paid into court
Status: in_force

Whenever any real estate shall be sold or taken upon compensation, pursuant to any competent judicial authority, or any law of this state, and the proceeds of such sale or the compensation for such taking, shall be paid into any court of this state, pursuant to such authority or law, such court shall order and direct such payment or payments, in gross, to be made out of such proceeds, as compensation to such person or persons as shall be entitled to any vested, certain and absolute estate or interest, less than the fee simple, of, in, and to such real estate, or any part thereof, as such court shall deem a just and reasonable satisfaction for such estate or interest, and as the person so entitled shall consent, in writing, to accept in lieu thereof; but in case any such person shall fail to give such consent, before the making of the order for the distribution of such proceeds or compensation, then such court shall ascertain and determine what proportion of such proceeds or compensation will be just and reasonable to be reserved for the benefit of such person, and shall order the same to be put out at interest on sufficient security of real estate, or invested in legal securities or to be paid into court, under the direction and control of such court, for the benefit of such person.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:38-1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 38 / Section 38-1
Short title.
Status: in_force

1. Sections 1 through 5 of this act shall be known and may be cited as the "September 11th, 2001 Anti-Terrorism Act." L.2002,c.26,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:52-31 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 52 / Section 52-31
Limitation
Status: in_force

Nothing provided in this chapter shall be interpreted to permit the expungement of records contained in the Controlled Dangerous Substances Registry created pursuant to P.L.1970, c. 227 (C. 26:2G-17 et seq.), or the registry created by the Administrative Office of the Courts pursuant to section 2C:43-21. L.1979, c. 178, s. 138, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:163-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 163 / Section 163-4
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this act: a. "Child" means a person 13 years of age or younger at the time a crime was committed against the child. b. "Victim" means a child who suffers personal, physical, or psychological injury as a result of a crime committed against that child. L. 1987, c. 148, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-5.6 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-5.6
Definitions relative to removal, restraint of certain offenders
Status: in_force

3. Definitions. As used in this act: a. "Person" means any person charged with or convicted of a criminal offense or any juvenile charged with delinquency or adjudicated delinquent for an act which, if committed by an adult, would be a criminal offense. b. "Place" includes any premises, residence, business establishment, location or specified area including all buildings and all appurtenant land, in which or at which a criminal offense occurred or is alleged to have occurred or is affected by the criminal offense with which the person is charged. "Place" does not include public rail, bus or air transportation lines or limited access highways which do not allow pedestrian access. c. "Criminal offense" means: (1) any of the following: N.J.S.2C:35-3, N.J.S.2C:35-4, N.J.S.2C:35-5, N.J.S.2C:35-6, N.J.S.2C:35-8, N.J.S.2C:35-9, P.L.1997, c.185 (C.2C:35-4.1), sections 3 or 5 of P.L.1997, c.194 (C.2C:35-5.2 or C.2C:35-5.3), P.L.1987, c.101 (C.2C:35-7) or P.L.1997, c.327 (C.2C:35-7.1), or (2) the unlawful possession or use of an assault firearm as defined in subsection w. of N.J.S.2C:39-1. L.1999,c.334,s.3; amended 2001, c.365, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:11-12 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 11 / Section 11-12
Right to review, void certain adjustments
Status: in_force

12. For the purposes of application of all provisions of this act, the judiciary shall review and may void as against public policy any extraordinary adjustments made during 1994 in employee salary, other compensation or benefits or computation of years of credit of employment services, except that this shall not apply to any collectively negotiated agreement. L.1994,c.162,s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:168-33 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 168 / Section 168-33
Rulemaking functions of the interstate commission.
Status: in_force

8. Article VIII. Rulemaking Functions of the Interstate Commission. a. The Interstate Commission shall promulgate rules in order to effectively and efficiently achieve the purposes of the Compact including transition rules governing administration of the compact during the period in which it is being considered and enacted by the states. b. Rulemaking shall occur pursuant to the criteria set forth in this Article and the bylaws and rules adopted pursuant thereto. Such rulemaking shall substantially conform to the principles of the federal Administrative Procedure Act, 5 U.S.C.A. section 551 et seq., and the federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C.A. App. 2, section 1 et seq., as may be amended (hereinafter "APA"). c. All rules and amendments shall become binding as of the date specified in each rule or amendment. d. If a majority of the legislatures of the Compacting States rejects a rule, by enactment of a statute or resolution in the same manner used to adopt the compact, then such rule shall have no further force and effect in any Compacting State. e. When promulgating a rule, the Interstate Commission shall: (1) publish the proposed rule stating with particularity the text of the rule which is proposed and the reason for the proposed rule; (2) allow persons to submit written data, facts, opinions and arguments, which information shall be publicly available; (3) provide an opportunity for an informal hearing; and (4) promulgate a final rule and its effective date, if appropriate, based on the rulemaking record. Not later than sixty days after a rule is promulgated, any interested person may file a petition in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia or in the Federal District Court where the Interstate Commission's principal office is located for judicial review of such rule. If the court finds that the Interstate Commission's action is not supported by substantial evidence (as defined in the APA) in the rulemaking record, the court shall hold the rule unlawful and set it aside. f. Subjects to be addressed within 12 months after the first meeting must at a minimum include: (1) notice to victims and opportunity to be heard; (2) offender registration and compliance; (3) violations/returns; (4) transfer procedures and forms; (5) eligibility for transfer; (6) collection of restitution and fees from offenders; (7) data collection and reporting; (8) the level of supervision to be provided by the receiving state; (9) transition rules governing the operation of the compact and the Interstate Commission during all or part of the period between the effective date of the compact and the date on which the last eligible state adopts the compact; and (10) Mediation, arbitration and dispute resolution. g. The existing rules governing the operation of the previous compact superseded by this act shall be null and void twelve months after the first meeting of the Interstate Commission created hereunder. h. Upon determination by the Interstate Commission that an emergency exists, it may promulgate an emergency rule which shall become effective immediately upon adoption, provided that the usual rulemaking procedures provided hereunder shall be retroactively applied to said rule as soon as reasonably possible, in no event later than 90 days after the effective date of the rule. L.2002,c.111,s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-50 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-50
Judgment on foreclosure for failure to procure insurance or pay insurance premiums; no merger; lien of mortgage continued
Status: in_force

The judgment in a foreclosure proceeding under authority of section 2A:50-49 of this title shall adjudge that the mortgage shall not be deemed to be merged therein, but shall remain in full force and effect as security for the principal sum due thereon and accrued interest.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:53A-43 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 53A / Section 53A-43
Short title.
Status: in_force

1. This act shall be known and may be cited as the "New Jersey Baseball Spectator Safety Act of 2006." L.2005,c.362,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-52 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-52
No deficiency judgment
Status: in_force

Upon a foreclosure under authority of this article there shall be no deficiency judgment.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:37-3 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 37 / Section 37-3
Possession of gambling records
Status: in_force

2C:37-3. Possession of Gambling Records. a. A person is guilty of possession of gambling records when, with knowledge of the contents thereof, he possesses any writing, paper, instrument or article: (1) Of a kind commonly used in the operation or promotion of a bookmaking scheme or enterprise, including any paper or paper product in sheet form chemically converted to nitrocellulose having explosive characteristics as well as any water soluble paper or paper derivative in sheet form; or (2) Of a kind commonly used in the operation, promotion or playing of a lottery or policy scheme or enterprise. b. Defenses. (1) It is a defense to a prosecution under subsection a. (2) which must be proven by the defendant by clear and convincing evidence that the writing, paper, instrument or article possessed by the defendant constituted, reflected or represented plays, bets or chances of the defendant himself in a number not exceeding 10. (2) It is a defense to a prosecution under subsection a. which must be proven by the defendant by clear and convincing evidence that the writing, paper, instrument or article possessed by the defendant was neither used nor intended to be used in the operation or promotion of a bookmaking scheme or enterprise, or in the operation, promotion or playing of a lottery or policy scheme or enterprise. c. Grading. Possession of gambling records is a crime of the third degree and notwithstanding the provisions of section 2C:43-3 shall be subject to a fine of not more than $35,000.00 and any other appropriate disposition authorized by N.J.S.2C:43-2b. when the writing, paper, instrument or article: (1) In a bookmaking scheme or enterprise, constitute, reflect or represent more than five bets totaling more than $1,000.00; or (2) In the case of a lottery or policy scheme or enterprise, constitute, reflect or represent more than one hundred plays or chances therein. Otherwise, possession of gambling records is a disorderly persons offense and notwithstanding the provisions of section 2C:43-3 shall be subject to a fine of not more than $20,000.00 and any other appropriate disposition authorized by N.J.S.2C:43-2b. L.1978, c.95; amended 1979, c.178, s.70; 1997, c.181, s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-78 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-78
Intervention unit response
Status: in_force

A crisis intervention response shall consist of immediate interviews with the parents and juvenile involved by one or more crisis intervention workers. Where the juvenile is not in the home, or in the custody of the police, the intervention workers shall attempt to interview the juvenile wherever the juvenile may be found. The juvenile and family shall be advised of the purpose of the unit and of the emphasis upon the voluntary exhaustion of community services prior to court involvement. The unit shall make all reasonable efforts to keep the family intact consistent with the physical safety and mental well-being of the juvenile by obtaining, where possible, written agreement of the family to accept recommendations which may include, but are not limited to, referral to appropriate services and agencies. L.1982, c. 80, s. 3, eff. Dec. 31, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:56-13 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 56 / Section 56-13
Receipts and discharges; record by surrogate; evidence
Status: in_force

When a commissioner or commissioners shall make sale of real estate pursuant to this chapter and distribute the net proceeds to the persons thereto entitled by law, the commissioner or commissioners may produce the receipts and discharges therefor to the surrogate of the county wherein the real estate, or the more valuable part thereof, is situate. The surrogate shall, if the receipts and discharges are proved and acknowledged in the manner in which conveyances of real estate are required to be proved or acknowledged, immediately record the receipts and discharges and such proof or acknowledgment in the book of receipts and discharges in his office. The surrogate shall indorse on each receipt and discharge the book and page where and the time when it was recorded and he shall sign his name thereto. Such record, or a certified copy thereof under the hand and seal of the surrogate shall, if it is made to appear that the original receipt and discharge has been lost or that it is not in the power of the party offering the evidence to produce the same, be received in evidence in any court of record in this state.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84-2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84 / Section 84-2
Transcription of record of proceeding; compensation
Status: in_force

The stenographer so designated shall, upon request, transcribe into typewriting the record of the proceeding upon payment to him therefor at the rate of 10 cents for each folio.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-13 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-13
Obtaining by fraud
Status: in_force

2C:35-13. Obtaining by Fraud. It shall be unlawful for any person to acquire or obtain possession of a controlled dangerous substance or controlled substance analog by misrepresentation, fraud, forgery, deception or subterfuge. It shall be unlawful for any person to acquire or obtain possession of a forged or fraudulent certificate of destruction required pursuant to N.J.S.2C:35-21. A violation of this section shall be a crime of the third degree except that, notwithstanding the provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, a fine of up to $50,000.00 may be imposed. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to preclude or limit a prosecution for theft as defined in chapter 20 of this title. L.1987, c.106, s.1; amended 1997, c.181, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-6.1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-6.1
Person under minimum mandatory sentence for possession of firearm with intent to use against property of another; review of sentence; imposition of other sentence
Status: in_force

Any person who, on the effective date of this amendatory and supplementary act, is serving a minimum mandatory sentence as provided for by N.J.S. 2C:43-6c. solely as a result of his conviction under subsection a. of N.J.S. 2C:39-4 for the possession of a firearm with intent to use it against the property of another, and has not had his sentence suspended or been paroled or discharged, may move to have his sentence reviewed by the sentencing court. For good cause shown, the court may impose any sentence which would have otherwise been available for such person. L.1982, c. 119, s. 2, eff. Aug. 31, 1982.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:35A-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 35A / Section 35A-4
Action in court; declaratory and equitable relief; dismissal
Status: in_force

a. Any person may commence a civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction against any other person alleged to be in violation of any statute, regulation or ordinance which is designed to prevent or minimize pollution, impairment or destruction of the environment. The action may be for injunctive or other equitable relief to compel compliance with a statute, regulation or ordinance, or to assess civil penalties for the violation as provided by law. The action may be commenced upon an allegation that a person is in violation, either continuously or intermittently, of a statute, regulation or ordinance, and that there is a likelihood that the violation will recur in the future. b. Except in those instances where the conduct complained of constitutes a violation of a statute, regulation or ordinance which establishes a more specific standard for the control of pollution, impairment or destruction of the environment, any person may commence a civil action in any court of competent jurisdiction for declaratory and equitable relief against any other person for the protection of the environment, or the interest of the public therein, from pollution, impairment or destruction. c. The court may, on the motion of any party, or on its own motion, dismiss any action brought pursuant to this act which on its face appears to be patently frivolous, harassing or wholly lacking in merit. L.1974,c.169,s.4; amended 1990,c.28,s.16.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:83-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 83 / Section 83-6
Signature and certification deemed prima facie evidence
Status: in_force

For the purposes of this article, any finding, report or record, or duly certified copy thereof, purporting to have been signed by such board, or by such an officer or employee of the United States, as is described in this article, shall prima facie be deemed to have been signed and issued by such an officer or employee pursuant to law, and the person signing same shall prima facie be deemed to have acted within the scope of his authority. If a copy purports to have been certified by a person authorized by law to certify the same, such certified copy shall be prima facie evidence of his authority so to certify.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:155-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 155 / Section 155-4
Officers of other states in fresh pursuit; authority to make arrests in this state
Status: in_force

Any member of a duly organized state, county or municipal peace unit of another state of the United States who enters this state in fresh pursuit, and continues within this state in such fresh pursuit, of a person in order to arrest him on the ground that he is believed to have committed a felony in such other state, shall have the same authority to arrest and hold such person in custody, as has any member of any duly organized state, county or municipal peace unit of this state, to arrest and hold in custody a person on the ground that he is believed to have committed a felony in this state.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-49 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-49
Effective date
Status: in_force

This act shall take effect July 1, 1960, except that article III shall take effect immediately. L.1960, c. 52, p. 465, s. 53, eff. July 1, 1960.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:49A-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 49A / Section 49A-7
Claim assertion; opposition; set-off
Status: in_force

7. a. A person may assert a claim in a specified foreign money. If a foreign-money claim is not asserted, the claimant makes the claim in United States dollars. b. An opposing party may allege and prove that a claim, in whole or in part, is in a different money than that asserted by the claimant. c. A person may assert a defense, set-off, recoupment, or counterclaim in any money without regard to the money of other claims. d. The determination of the proper money of the claim is a question of law. L.1993,c.317,s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-6 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-6
Employing a juvenile in a drug distribution scheme
Status: in_force

2C:35-6. Employing a Juvenile in a Drug Distribution Scheme. Any person being at least 18 years of age who knowingly uses, solicits, directs, hires or employs a person 17 years of age or younger to violate N.J.S.2C:35-4 or subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:35-5, is guilty of a crime of the second degree and shall, except as provided in N.J.S.2C:35-12, be sentenced to a term of imprisonment which shall include the imposition of a minimum term which shall be fixed at, or between, one-third and one-half of the sentence imposed, or five years, whichever is greater, during which the defendant shall be ineligible for parole. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, the court may also impose a fine not to exceed $500,000.00 or five times the street value of the controlled dangerous substance or controlled substance analog involved, whichever is greater. It shall be no defense to a prosecution under this section that the actor mistakenly believed that the person which the actor used, solicited, directed, hired or employed was 18 years of age or older, even if such mistaken belief was reasonable. Nothing in this section shall be construed to preclude or limit a prosecution or conviction for a violation of any offense defined in this chapter pursuant to N.J.S.2C:2-6 or any other provision of law governing an actor's liability for the conduct of another, and, notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:1-8 or any other provision of law, a conviction arising under this section shall not merge with a conviction for a violation of N.J.S.2C:35-3 (leader of narcotics trafficking network), N.J.S.2C:35-4 (maintaining or operating a CDS production facility), N.J.S.2C:35-5 (manufacturing, distributing or dispensing), or N.J.S.2C:35-9 (strict liability for drug induced death). L.1987, c.106, s.1; amended 1997, c.181, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:82-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 82 / Section 82-7
Certificate of protest as evidence
Status: in_force

The certificate of a notary public of this state or of any other state of the United States, under his hand and official seal accompanying any bill of exchange or promissory note which has been protested by such notary for nonacceptance or nonpayment, shall be received in all the courts of this state as competent evidence of the official character of such notary, and also of the facts therein certified as to the presentment and dishonor of such bill or note and of the time and manner of giving or sending notice of dishonor to the parties to such bill or note.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-46 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-46
Foreclosure for unpaid municipal liens authorized
Status: in_force

Whenever it is provided in a mortgage, or in the evidence of debt secured thereby, that the mortgagee may claim a default for the nonpayment of any municipal lien or liens on the mortgaged premises which shall have remained unpaid for a specified time, the holder of the mortgage, the municipal lien or liens not having been paid within the specified time, may pay or purchase the lien, taking an assignment thereof, and foreclose the mortgage only for the amount due for the municipal lien or liens.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:49A-35 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 49A / Section 49A-35
Definitions relative to Euro as medium of payment
Status: in_force

2. As used in this act: "Euro" means the currency of participating member states of the European Union signed February 17, 1992. "European Currency Unit" or "ECU" means the currency basket that is from time to time used as the unit of account of the European community as referred to in Article 109g of the Treaty on European Union and as defined in Regulation (EC) No.3320/94. L.2000,c.23,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-122 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-122
Opposition of owner to relief sought in complaint.
Status: in_force

9. a. If the owner opposes the relief sought in the complaint brought under subsection b. of section 4 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-117) and demonstrates by a preponderance of the evidence that repairs were made in timely fashion to each of the violations cited, that the repairs were made to an appropriate standard of workmanship and materials, and that the overall level of maintenance and provision of services to the building is of adequate standard, the court may dismiss the complaint. b. If the complaint is brought by a tenant of the building which is the subject of the complaint and that tenant is in default of any material obligation under New Jersey landlord-tenant law, the court may dismiss the complaint. c. If the court finds that the preponderance of the violations that are the basis of a complaint brought under subsection b. of section 4 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-117) are of a minor nature and do not impair the health, safety or general welfare of the tenants or neighbors of the property, the court may dismiss the complaint. d. Within 10 days of filing the complaint, the plaintiff shall file a notice of lis pendens with the county recording officer of the county within which the building is located. L.2003,c.295,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-21 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-21
Bar of equity of redemption
Status: in_force

If a mortgagee or those holding under him shall be in possession of the real estate specified in the mortgage, or any part thereof, for 20 years after a default of payment by the mortgagor, the right or equity of redemption in the mortgage shall be forever barred.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-61 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-61
Fingerprint records; photographs of juveniles
Status: in_force

2. Fingerprint records; photographs of juveniles. a. Fingerprints of a juvenile may be taken only in the following circumstances: (1) Where latent fingerprints are found during the investigation of an offense and a law enforcement officer has reason to believe that they are those of a juvenile, he may, with the consent of the court or juvenile and his parent or guardian fingerprint the juvenile for the purpose of comparison with the latent fingerprints. Fingerprint records taken pursuant to this paragraph may be retained by the department or agency taking them and shall be destroyed when the purpose for the taking of fingerprints has been fulfilled. (2) Where a juvenile is detained in or committed to an institution, that institution may fingerprint the juvenile for the purpose of identification. Fingerprint records taken pursuant to this paragraph may be retained by the institution taking them and shall be destroyed when the purpose for taking them has been fulfilled, except that if the juvenile was detained or committed as the result of an adjudication of delinquency, the fingerprint records may be retained by the institution. (3) Where a juvenile 14 years of age or older is charged with delinquency on the basis of an act which, if committed by an adult, would constitute a crime, fingerprint records taken pursuant to this paragraph may be retained by a law enforcement agency for criminal identification purposes. b. No juvenile under the age of 14 shall be photographed for criminal identification purposes without the consent of the court or of the juvenile and his parent or guardian. c. Fingerprints of a juvenile shall be taken if the juvenile is adjudicated delinquent on the basis of an act which, if committed by an adult, would constitute a crime. d. Fingerprints taken pursuant to subsection c. of this section shall be taken according to the fingerprint system of identification established by the Superintendent of State Police on the forms prescribed and shall be forwarded without delay to the State Bureau of Identification together with such information concerning the juvenile and the adjudication as the superintendent may require. The State Bureau of Identification shall retain records received pursuant to this subsection for the sole purpose of exchange between State or local law enforcement agencies of this State, and law enforcement agencies of another state or the United States. L.1982,c.79,s.2; amended 1994,c.56,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:167-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 167 / Section 167-4
Form of order; filing
Status: in_force

The governor may, upon application for commutation of sentence of any person sentenced to imprisonment, order that such sentence be commuted upon such terms, conditions and limitations as the governor, in his discretion, may direct, as conditions precedent to the release of any such person from imprisonment; which terms, conditions and limitations shall be annexed to and form part of said order. Upon the filing of such order signed by the governor with the officer in whose custody such person may be, and after the acceptance by such person of the terms, conditions and limitations contained in said order, as evidenced by his signature affixed to the duplicate copy of such order to be kept in the files of the state parole board, such sentence shall thereupon be commuted in accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations of such order.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-44.3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-44.3
Identification of juveniles scheduled for release.
Status: in_force

6. a. The Executive Director of the Youth Justice Commission shall immediately identify any juvenile who is scheduled to be released from the custody of the Youth Justice Commission within 365 days as a result of the award of public health emergency credits pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.100). b. Notwithstanding any provisions of law to the contrary, the Executive Director of the Youth Justice Commission shall provide notice to the prosecutor of the county in which the juvenile was adjudicated delinquent or the Attorney General if the matter was prosecuted by the Attorney General. The notice shall include: (1) the name of any juvenile who, due to the expiration of the juvenile's term of commitment, is scheduled to be released from the custody of the Youth Justice Commission within 365 days as a result of the award of public health emergency credits; (2) the date on which the juvenile is scheduled to be released from custody based on the award of public health emergency credits; and (3) the date on which the juvenile was scheduled to be released from custody prior to the award of public health emergency credits. c. The Executive Director of the Youth Justice Commission shall make available to the public on the Internet website of the Youth Justice Commission, in both English and Spanish, information concerning: (1) the procedures for filing an application for a restraining order pursuant to the "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991," P.L.1991, c.261 (C.2C:25-17 et seq.); (2) resources for victims of domestic violence; and (3) procedures for filing with the court a petition to dissolve the prohibition established pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.103) prohibiting a juvenile from making contact with any victim of the crime for which the juvenile was serving a sentence. L.2020, c.111, s.6; amended 2025, c.35, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-36 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-36
Prosecutor, refer person, consideration, Mental Health Diversion Program, timing.
Status: in_force

5. a. At any time after the filing of a criminal complaint, including the pre-indictment and post-indictment period, but prior to the disposition of the complaint, a prosecutor may refer a person for consideration for diversion to the Mental Health Diversion Program. b. At any time after the filing of a criminal complaint, including the pre-indictment and post-indictment period, but prior to the disposition of such complaint, an eligible person, or their defense counsel, may make an application to the prosecutor for diversion to the Mental Health Diversion Program. L.2023, c.188, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-56.8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-56.8
Enforcement of child support orders.
Status: in_force

2. Every complaint, notice or pleading for the entry or modification of a support order and every court order which includes child support shall include a written notice to the obligor stating that the child support provision of the order shall, and the health care coverage provision may, as appropriate, be enforced by an income withholding upon the current or future income due from the obligor's employer or successor employers and upon the unemployment compensation benefits due the obligor and against debts, income, trust funds, profits or income from any other source due the obligor except as provided in section 3 of P.L.1981, c.417 (C.2A:17-56.9). The written notice shall also state that the driver's license and professional or occupational licenses, or recreational or sporting license in accordance with P.L.1996, c.7 (C.2A:17-56.41 et seq.)held or applied for by the obligor may be denied, suspended or revoked if: the child support arrearage is equal to or exceeds the amount of child support payable for six months; the obligor fails to provide health care coverage for the children as ordered by the court for six months; or the obligor fails to respond to a subpoena relating to a paternity or child support proceeding; or a warrant for the obligor's arrest has been issued by the court due to failure to pay child support as ordered, failure to appear at a hearing to establish paternity or child support, or failure to appear at a hearing to enforce a child support order and said warrant remains outstanding. The written notice shall also state that the amount of a child support order and the provisions for health care coverage may be reviewed and updated when there has been a change in circumstances or in accordance with section 5 of P.L.1990, c.92 (C.2A:17-56.9a).
The court shall ensure that in the case of each obligor against whom a support order is or has been issued or modified, the obligor's income shall be withheld to comply with the order. An amount shall be withheld to pay the support obligation and it shall include an amount to be applied toward liquidation of arrearages reduced to judgments, payments for paternity testing procedures and provisions for health care coverage when applicable. These provisions shall also be applicable to all orders issued on or before the effective date of P.L.1985, c.278 (C.2A:17-56.16 et seq.). A support provision contained in an order or judgment issued by the court shall be paid by income withholding unless the order or judgment specifically provides for an alternative payment arrangement to which the parties agree in writing or the obligor or obligee demonstrates and the court finds good cause for establishing an alternative arrangement. L.1981,c.417,s.2; amended 1985, c.53; 1985, c.278, s.2; 1990, c.92, s.1; 1995, c.58, s.2; 1996, c.7, s.1; 1998, c.1, s.18.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:12-30.1 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 12 / Section 12-30.1
Automated Traffic System Statewide Modernization Fund.
Status: in_force

1. a. There is established in the General Fund a separate, non-lapsing, dedicated account to be known as the Automated Traffic System Statewide Modernization Fund. b. Each fiscal year, the State Treasurer shall credit all revenues derived from the offender assessment authorized under subsection c. of N.J.S.22A:3-4 to the Automated Traffic System Statewide Modernization Fund established pursuant to subsection a. of this section. c. Moneys in the Automated Traffic System Statewide Modernization Fund, including any interest accruing thereon, shall be utilized exclusively for the administration, operation and modernization of the Statewide Automated Traffic System. L.2004,c.62,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-4.7 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-4.7
Insurance Fraud Detection Reward Program
Status: in_force

74. a. There is established within the Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor an Insurance Fraud Detection Reward Program, to be funded from surcharges imposed pursuant to section 53 of P.L.2002, c.34 (C.17:33A-5.1) and supplemented as necessary and appropriate by amounts budgeted for the operation of the office. b. A member of the public who has knowledge of or who believes that an act of health care claims fraud, insurance fraud or any other criminal offense involving or related to an insurance transaction is being or has been committed may provide the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor with a report or information pertinent to that knowledge or belief and may provide additional information that the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor requests. c. The Insurance Fraud Prosecutor shall maintain a 24-hour toll-free insurance fraud hotline to receive information from members of the public who have knowledge of or who believe that an act of health care claims fraud, insurance fraud or any other criminal offense involving or related to an insurance transaction is being or has been committed. d. The Attorney General, through the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor, is authorized to pay a reward of up to $25,000 to persons providing information leading to the arrest, prosecution and conviction of persons or entities who have committed health care claims fraud, insurance fraud or any other criminal offense related to an insurance transaction. Only a single reward amount may be paid by the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor for claims arising out of the same transaction or occurrence, regardless of the number of persons arrested, prosecuted and convicted and regardless of the number of persons submitting claims for the reward. The reward may be divided and disbursed among more than one person in amounts determined by the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor, in accordance with the provisions of this subsection. The decision of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor as to the person or persons entitled to the reward shall be final unless the reward recipients shall disagree, in which event, the matter shall be referred to the Attorney General whose decision shall be final and shall not be subject to judicial review. e. Any person acting in good faith who provides information in accordance with subsection b. of this section shall have immunity from any liability, civil or criminal, that might otherwise be incurred or imposed as a result of such act. f. The Attorney General shall promulgate and adopt rules and regulations which set forth the reward program application and approval process, including the criteria against which claims shall be evaluated, the basis for determining specific reward amounts, and the manner of reward disbursement. Applications for rewards authorized by this section must be submitted in accordance with rules established by the Attorney General. L.2003,c.89,s.74.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-11 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-11
Penal sum of bond may be expressed in sum of debt; recovery for true amount
Status: in_force

Whenever a bond secured by a mortgage shall be given for the same debt, the penal sum of the bond may be expressed in the sum of the debt instead of in a sum double the amount of the debt. In any action upon such bond, recovery may be had for the true amount due including the debt, interest, charges, advances, costs, and any other obligation, secured and evidenced by the terms and conditions of the bond and mortgage, in the same manner and to the same effect as though the penal sum expressed in the bond was double the amount of the debt.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:44-6.3 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 44 / Section 44-6.3
Report of persons convicted of certain crimes residing with minor children.
Status: in_force

3. a. In any case in which a person has been convicted of a crime enumerated in subsection b. of this section and: (1) the victim of the crime was either a person under the age of 18 at the time of the commission of the crime or a person defined in paragraph (9) of subsection b. of this section; and (2) the person convicted of the crime resides in a household with other minor children or is a parent of a minor child, the court, based on an interview with the defendant, shall make a referral to the Division of Child Protection and Permanency in the Department of Children and Families and provide the division with the name and address of the person convicted of the crime, information on the person's criminal history, and the name and address of each child referred to in paragraph (2) of this subsection. b. For purposes of this section, "crime" includes any of the following: (1) murder pursuant to N.J.S.2C:11-3 or manslaughter pursuant to N.J.S.2C:11-4; (2) simple assault or aggravated assault pursuant to N.J.S.2C:12-1; (3) stalking pursuant to P.L.1992, c.209 (C.2C:12-10); (4) terrorist threats pursuant to N.J.S.2C:12-3; (5) kidnapping and related offenses including criminal restraint; false imprisonment; interference with custody; criminal coercion; or enticing a child into a motor vehicle, structure, or isolated area pursuant to N.J.S.2C:13-1 through 2C:13-6; (6) sexual assault, criminal sexual contact, or lewdness pursuant to N.J.S.2C:14-2 through N.J.S.2C:14-4; (7) arson pursuant to N.J.S.2C:17-1, or causing or risking widespread injury or damage, which would constitute a crime of the second degree pursuant to N.J.S.2C:17-2; (8) a crime against a child, including endangering the welfare of a child and any crime involving child sexual abuse or exploitation material pursuant to N.J.S.2C:24-4, or child abuse, neglect, or abandonment pursuant to R.S.9:6-3; (9) endangering the welfare of an incompetent person pursuant to N.J.S.2C:24-7 or endangering the welfare of an elderly or disabled person pursuant to N.J.S.2C:24-8; (10) domestic violence pursuant to P.L.1991, c.261 (C.2C:25-17 et seq.); or (11) an attempt or conspiracy to commit an offense listed in paragraphs (1) through (10) of this subsection. L.2003, c.301, s.3; amended 2006, c.47, s.29; 2012, c.16, s.11; 2024, c.92, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-72 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-72
Supersedure.
Status: in_force

6. The provisions of any regulation, ordinance, rule, or resolution of any municipality, county or other subdivision of the State, or any agency or instrumentality of that municipality, county or other subdivision, relating to foreclosure practices, or the extension, delay, forbearance or imposition of moratorium periods concerning foreclosures, are superseded by the provisions of the "Save New Jersey Homes Act of 2008," P.L.2008, c.86 (C.46:10B-36 et seq.) and the forbearance and nuisance abatement provisions of the "Mortgage Stabilization and Relief Act," P.L.2008, c.127 (C.55:14K-82 et al.). L.2009, c.296, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:14-20 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 14 / Section 14-20
16 years; actions on prison limits bonds
Status: in_force

No action at law brought upon a prison limits bond, given to the sheriff of any county by an insolvent debtor or person arrested upon final process in a civil action, shall in any way operate against or affect the sureties named in and bound by the bond, unless such action shall be commenced within 16 years next after the date of the bond.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:7-20 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 7 / Section 7-20
Findings, declarations relative to a study of "Megan's Law."
Status: in_force

1. The Legislature finds and declares that New Jersey enacted the groundbreaking legislation known as Megan's Law in 1994 to warn citizens that a dangerous sex offender had moved into their neighborhood. At that time more than a decade ago, the law created the most comprehensive system of sex offender registration and community notification in the nation. Subsequently, the Legislature enacted the law establishing the sex offender Internet registry, utilizing modern technology to afford even greater access to information concerning dangerous sex offenders and make that information readily accessible to the public. Recently, however, questions have been raised concerning the implementation of Megan's Law, and whether the law is not consistently applied in the 21 counties. Published reports indicate that there are great variations among the counties in the number of sex offenders whose registration information is published on the Internet. In addition, many municipalities have limited where sex offenders may reside, or banned residency by them altogether. It also has been observed that sex offenders seem to be relocating at a higher rate to certain areas of the State, suggesting that the law is being implemented differently in some areas. Since the evidence indicates that Megan's Law is being applied inconsistently across the State, the Legislature finds that a study should be undertaken to identify the causes of these inconsistencies and to recommend procedures to make the law's application more uniform and equitable. L.2007, c.227, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:34-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 34 / Section 34-6
Divorce from bed and board or legal separation from a civil union; property rights.
Status: in_force

2A:34-6. Divorce from bed and board or legal separation from a civil union; property rights. For and during the time that any judgment for divorce from bed and board or legal separation from a partner in a civil union couple shall remain in force and effect all property rights of the parties shall be as though a judgment of absolute divorce or dissolution had been entered. In any property transaction by either of the parties in such status the fact of the existence of such judgment shall be distinctly recited and reference to the public record thereof shall be clearly set forth. Amended 2006, c.103, s.66.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:37-4 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 37 / Section 37-4
Maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort.
Status: in_force

2C:37-4. Maintenance of a Gambling Resort or Online Gambling Resort. a. A person is guilty of a crime of the third degree if, having substantial proprietary or other authoritative control over premises which are being used with his knowledge for purposes of activities prohibited by N.J.S.2C:37-2 and N.J.S.2C:37-3, the person permits such to occur or continue or makes no effort to prevent its occurrence or continuation and the person accepts or receives money or other property pursuant to an agreement or understanding with any person whereby the person participates or will participate in the proceeds of such gambling activity on such premises and notwithstanding the provisions of section 2C:43-3 shall be subject to a fine of not more than $50,000 and any other appropriate disposition authorized by subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-2. b. A person is guilty of a crime of the third degree if, having substantial proprietary or other authoritative control over premises open to the general public which are being used with the person’s knowledge for purposes of gambling activity, the person permits such to occur or continue or makes no effort to prevent its occurrence or continuation and notwithstanding the provisions of section 2C:43-3 shall be subject to a fine of not more than $50,000 and any other appropriate disposition authorized by subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-2. c. A person is guilty of a crime of the third degree if the person operates or maintains an online gambling resort through which persons from within New Jersey are permitted to wager unless such gambling activity is under the regulation and control of the State and, notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:43-3, shall be subject to a fine of not less than $50,000 nor more than $100,000 and any other appropriate disposition authorized by subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-2. L.1978, c.95; amended 1979, c.178, s.71; 1997, c.181, s.11; 2025, c.128, s.28.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:25-3 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 25 / Section 25-3
Exemptions for municipal prosecutor currently serving.
Status: in_force

3. Any person serving as a municipal prosecutor on the effective date of this act shall be exempt from its requirements for a period of either one year or for the expiration of his or her current term of office, whichever is shorter, except that the provisions of the act pertaining to supersession (section 7) and removal (section 9) shall be in full force on the effective date of this act. L.1999,c.349,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:33-19 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 33 / Section 33-19
Possession of remotely activated paging devices on school property, disorderly persons offense; exemptions
Status: in_force

2. No person enrolled as a student of an elementary or secondary school, knowingly and without the express written permission of the school board, its delegated authority, or any school principal, shall bring or possess any remotely activated paging device on any property used for school purposes, at any time and regardless of whether school is in session or other persons are present. A violation of this section shall be a disorderly persons offense. No permission to bring or possess any remotely activated paging device on school property shall be granted unless and until a student shall have established to the satisfaction of the school authorities a reasonable basis for the possession of the device on school property. This section shall not apply to any student who is an active member in good standing of a volunteer fire company or first aid, ambulance or rescue squad provided that (1) the student is required to respond to an emergency and (2) a copy of the statement by the chief executive officer of the volunteer fire company or first aid, ambulance or rescue squad authorizing the possession of the paging device is in the possession of the student at all times while that student is in possession of the remotely activated paging device. L.1989,c.232,s.2; amended 1996, c.94, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:58-3.3 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 58 / Section 58-3.3
"Handgun ammunition" defined; sale, purchase, etc., regulated; violation, fourth degree crime.
Status: in_force

1. a. As used in this act: "Ammunition" means an object consisting of all of the following components: a fixed metallic or nonmetallic hull casing containing a primer; one or more projectiles, one or more bullets, or shot; and gunpowder. All of the specified components shall be present for an object to be ammunition. As used in this section, ammunition shall not include, without limitation, blank ammunition, air gun pellets, flare gun ammunition, nail gun ammunition, paint ball ammunition, or any non-fixed ammunition. "Handgun ammunition" means ammunition designed such that it may be used in a handgun, including ammunition specifically designed to be used only in a handgun, as well as ammunition intended for use in any other firearm and which may be interchangeable between rifles and handguns. "Handgun ammunition" shall not include ammunition specifically designed to be used only in a rifle or shotgun. b. A person shall not sell, give, transfer, assign or otherwise dispose of, or receive, purchase, or otherwise acquire handgun ammunition unless the purchaser, assignee, donee, receiver or holder is licensed as a manufacturer, wholesaler, or dealer under this chapter or is the holder of and possesses a valid firearms purchaser identification card, a valid copy of a permit to purchase a handgun, or a valid permit to carry a handgun and first exhibits the card or permit to the seller, donor, transferor, or assignor along with a valid, current driver's license; valid, current nondriver identification card; or other valid, current government-issued form of photo identification. c. No person shall sell, give, transfer, assign, or otherwise dispose of handgun ammunition to a person who is under 21 years of age. d. The provisions of this section shall not apply to a collector of firearms or ammunition as curios or relics who purchases, receives, acquires, possesses, or transfers handgun ammunition which is recognized as being historical in nature or of historical significance. e. A person who violates this section shall be guilty of a crime of the fourth degree, except that nothing contained herein shall be construed to prohibit the sale, transfer, assignment or disposition of handgun ammunition to or the purchase, receipt or acceptance of ammunition by a law enforcement agency or law enforcement official for law enforcement purposes. f. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit the transfer of ammunition for use in a lawfully transferred firearm in accordance with the provisions of section 1 of P.L.1992, c.74 (C.2C:58-3.1), section 1 of P.L.1997, c.375 (C.2C:58-3.2) or section 14 of P.L.1979, c.179 (C.2C:58-6.1). g. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit the sale of a de minimis amount of handgun ammunition at a firearms range operated by a licensed dealer; a law enforcement agency; a legally recognized military organization; or a rifle or pistol club which has filed a copy of its charter with the superintendent for immediate use at that range. L.2007, c.318, s.1; amended 2022, c.55, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-56.24 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-56.24
Monitoring program; report
Status: in_force

a. The probation department in each county shall monitor the overall implementation of the State's child support enforcement program pursuant to Part D of subchapter IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. s. 651 et seq.), to ensure compliance with the provisions of this amendatory and supplementary act by collecting and maintaining individual and aggregate case statistics as required by the Administrative Office of the Courts. b. The probation department in each county shall provide aggregate statistical reports of case statistics monthly to the State IV-D agency and the Administrative Office of the Courts. c. The State IV-D agency shall compile the monthly statistical reports submitted by the probation departments and report to the Legislature on the agency's assessment of the effectiveness of this amendatory and supplementary act in enforcing support orders, 18 months after the effective date of this amendatory and supplementary act. L. 1985, c. 278, s. 21, eff. Oct. 1, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:102-18 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 102 / Section 102-18
Definitions used in C.2A:102-13 et seq.
Status: in_force

19. As used in P.L.1957, c.182 (C.2A:102-13 et seq.): "Assigned funeral insurance policy" means any insurance policy or annuity contract that is not a newly issued funeral insurance policy, but that, at the time an assignment was made of some or all of its proceeds, was intended to provide funds to the provider, whether directly or indirectly, at the time of the insured's death in connection with a prepaid funeral agreement. "Deliver" or "delivery" means the conveyance of actual control and possession of prepaid funeral goods that have been permanently relinquished by a provider, or other person, firm or corporation, or an agent thereof, to the purchaser or person paying the moneys, or personal representative of the intended funeral recipient. Delivery has not been made if the provider, or other person, firm or corporation, or an agent thereof: (1) Arranges or induces the purchaser or person paying the moneys to arrange for the storage or warehousing of prepaid funeral goods ordered pursuant to a prepaid funeral agreement, with or without evidence that legal title has passed; or (2) Acquires or reacquires actual or constructive possession or control of prepaid funeral goods after their initial delivery to the purchaser or person paying the moneys or personal representative of the intended funeral recipient. This definition of delivery shall apply to this term as used in P.L.1957, c.182 (C.2A:102-13 et seq.), notwithstanding the provisions set forth in the Uniform Commercial Code, Title 12A of the New Jersey Statutes. "Funeral insurance policy" means any newly issued funeral insurance policy or assigned funeral insurance policy. "Funeral trust" means a commingled or non-commingled account held in a pooled trust or P.O.D. account, established in accordance with P.L.1957, c.182 (C.2A:102-13 et seq.) or P.L.1985, c.147 (C.3B:11-16 et al.), which is intended as the depository for cash payments connected with a prepaid funeral agreement. "Intended funeral recipient" means the person named in a prepaid funeral agreement for whose bodily disposition the prepaid funeral agreement is intended to provide. The intended funeral recipient may or may not be the purchaser. "Newly issued funeral insurance policy" means any insurance policy or annuity contract that, at the time of issue, was intended to provide, or was explicitly marketed for the purpose of providing, funds to the provider, whether directly or indirectly, at the time of the insured's death in connection with a prepaid funeral agreement. "Payable on death account" or "P.O.D. account" means an account payable on request to the purchaser or intended funeral recipient of a prepaid funeral agreement, during the lifetime of the intended funeral recipient and on his death, to a provider of funeral goods and services. "Pooled trust" means a pooled trust account established pursuant to P.L.1985, c.147 (C.3B:11-16 et al.). "Preneed funeral arrangements" means funeral arrangements made with an intended funeral recipient or his guardian, agent or next of kin, for the funeral of the intended funeral recipient. "Prepaid funeral agreement" means a written agreement and all documents related thereto made by a purchaser with a provider prior to the death of the intended funeral recipient, with which there is connected a provisional means of paying for preneed funeral arrangements upon the death of the intended funeral recipient by the use of a funeral trust or funeral insurance policy, made payable to a provider and in return for which the provider promises to furnish, make available or provide the prepaid funeral goods or services, or both, specified in the agreement, the delivery of which occurs after the death of the intended funeral recipient. "Prepaid funeral goods" means personal property typically sold or provided in connection with a funeral, or the final disposition of human remains, including, but not limited to, caskets or other primary containers, cremation or transportation containers, outer burial containers, vaults, as defined in N.J.S.8A:1-2, memorials as defined in N.J.S.8A:1-2, funeral clothing or accessories, monuments, cremation urns, and similar funeral or burial items, which goods are purchased in advance of need and which will not be delivered until the death of the intended funeral recipient named in a prepaid funeral agreement. Prepaid funeral goods shall not mean the sale of interment spaces and related personal property offered or sold by a cemetery company as provided for in N.J.S.8A:1-1 et seq. "Prepaid funeral services" means those services typically provided in connection with a funeral, or the final disposition of human remains, including, but not limited to, funeral directing services, embalming services, care of human remains, preparation of human remains for final disposition, transportation of human remains, use of facilities or equipment for viewing human remains, visitation, memorial services or services which are used in connection with a funeral or the disposition of human remains, coordinating or conducting funeral rites or ceremonies and similar funeral or burial services, including limousine services provided in connection therewith, which services are purchased in advance of need and which will not be provided or delivered until the death of the intended funeral recipient named in a prepaid funeral agreement. Prepaid funeral services shall not mean the sale of services incidental to the provision of interment spaces or any related personal services offered or sold by a cemetery company as provided for in N.J.S.8A:1-1 et seq. "Provider" means a person, firm or corporation duly licensed and registered pursuant to the "Mortuary Science Act," P.L.1952, c.340 (C.45:7-32 et seq.) to engage in the business and practice of funeral directing or mortuary science, or an individual serving as an agent thereof and so licensed: (1) Operating a duly registered mortuary in accordance with P.L.1952, c.340 (C.45:7-32 et seq.) and the regulations promulgated thereunder; (2) Having his or its business and practice based within the physical confines of the registered mortuary; and (3) Engaging in the practice of making preneed funeral arrangements, including, but not limited to, offering the opportunity to purchase or enroll in prepaid funeral agreements. "Purchaser" means the person named in a prepaid funeral agreement who purchases the prepaid funeral goods and services to be provided thereunder. The purchaser may or may not be the intended funeral recipient. If the purchaser is different than the intended funeral recipient, it is understood that the relationship of the purchaser to the intended funeral recipient includes a means to provide administrative control over the agreement on behalf of the intended funeral recipient. L.1993,c.147,s.19; amended 1994,c.163,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:53A-54 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 53A / Section 53A-54
Proof.
Status: in_force

6. Proof. In ruling on an order to show cause under section 3 of P.L.2023, c.155 (C.2A:53A-51), the court may consider the pleadings, the order to show cause application and supporting certifications, briefs, any reply or response to the order to show cause, and any evidence that could be considered in ruling on a motion for summary judgment. L.2023, c.155, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-146 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-146
Actions to ensure records kept confidential, unavailable to public.
Status: in_force

3. a. Any New Jersey public entity that maintains a written or automated record or file of emergency period nonpayment court records shall take appropriate actions to ensure that these records are kept confidential and unavailable to the public. b. This act shall not prohibit the courts or other New Jersey public entities from retaining or distributing demographic information from emergency period nonpayment court records for the purpose of understanding the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on evictions, or for other public purposes, so long as personally-identifiable information on persons who are the subject of emergency period nonpayment court records remains confidential. c. The Supreme Court of New Jersey may adopt rules, and the Administrative Director of the Courts may issue directives and guidelines, to implement the purposes of this act. L.2021, c.189, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-10 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-10
Sale of aircraft if proceedings not taken by owner
Status: in_force

If no proceedings are taken for the repossession of the aircraft or the parts thereof by the owner, such property so held by any airport operator or any operator of a hangar or place of storage, repair or supplies for aircraft, or held by any aircraft mechanic may, after the expiration of 30 days from the date of the detention, be sold at public auction. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended by L.1981, c. 159, s. 3, eff. June 8, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:62A-34 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 62A / Section 62A-34
Rules, regulations.
Status: in_force

5. The Commissioner of Health and Senior Services, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), and in consultation with the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Law and Public Safety, shall adopt rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this act. L.2005,c.346,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:123-8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 123 / Section 123-8
Filing of rules and regulations; amendment and revision
Status: in_force

Such rules and regulations promulgated by the commissioner pursuant to this act shall be filed in the offices of the Secretary of State and of the department before becoming effective and may from time to time be amended and revised. L.1953, c. 267, p. 1789, s. 6, eff. Jan. 1, 1954.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:160-20 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 160 / Section 160-20
Temporary confinement of persons arrested in county or municipal jail in this state; procedure; new requisition
Status: in_force

The officer or persons executing the governor's warrant of arrest, or the agent of the demanding state to whom the prisoner may have been delivered may, when necessary, confine the prisoner in the jail of any county or municipality through which he may pass; and the keeper of such jail must receive and safely keep the prisoner until the officer or person having charge of him is ready to proceed on his route, such officer or person, however, being chargeable with the expense of keeping. The officer or agent of a demanding state to whom a prisoner may have been delivered following extradition proceedings in another state, or to whom a prisoner may have been delivered after waiving extradition in such other state, and who is passing through this state with such a prisoner for the purpose of immediately returning such prisoner to the demanding state may, when necessary, confine the prisoner in the jail of any county or municipality through which he may pass; and the keeper of such jail must receive and safely keep the prisoner until the officer or agent having charge of him is ready to proceed on his route, such officer or agent, however, being chargeable with the expense of keeping; but such officer or agent shall produce and show to the keeper of such jail satisfactory written evidence of the fact that he is actually transporting such prisoner to the demanding state after a requisition by the executive authority of such demanding state. Such prisoner shall not be entitled to demand a new requisition while in this state.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-33 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-33
Definitions.
Status: in_force

2. As used in this act: "Eligible offense" means a crime of the third or fourth degree that does not involve violence or the threat of violence. A crime or offense does not involve violence or threat of violence if none of the following apply: the victim sustains bodily injury as defined in subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:11-1, or the actor is armed with and uses a deadly weapon as defined in subsection c. of N.J.S.2C:11-1, or threatens by word or gesture to use a deadly weapon or threatens to inflict bodily injury. "Eligible offense" shall not include a crime of the first degree, sexual offenses, subject to subsection b. of section 2 of P.L.1994, c.133 (C.2C:7-2) or pursuant to chapter 14 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes, or a presumptively ineligible offense. "Eligible person" means a person who: (1) is mentally competent as that term is defined in N.J.S.2C:4-4; (2) allegedly committed an eligible offense, or allegedly committed a presumptively ineligible offense but is approved for participation by the prosecutor, and is not otherwise disqualified by the provisions of this act; and (3) has been diagnosed with a mental disorder, either previously or through a mental health evaluation conducted through the program, and there is a nexus between the person's mental disorder and the commission of the alleged crime as determined by a licensed mental health professional. "Mental Health Diversion Program" or "program" means the criminal diversionary program established pursuant to this act that shall have the purpose of diverting eligible persons away from the criminal justice system and into appropriate case management and mental health services following interaction with law enforcement and where there is a nexus between the commission of the alleged offense and the eligible person's mental disorder. "Mental Health Diversion Team" is a collaboration of professionals led by the Superior Court Judge and comprised of Assistant Prosecutors, designated Public Defenders, a licensed mental health professional, a case manager, a specially trained mental health probation officer, and a collaborative justice specialist. If resources are available, a certified drug and alcohol counselor shall be included as a member of the diversion team. "Mental disorder" means a serious mental disorder, other than a personality disorder, classified within the current version of the American Psychiatric Association Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), including, but not limited to, psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and co-occurring substance use disorders. "Presumptively ineligible offense" means a crime of second degree, a crime of the third or fourth degree that involves violence or the threat of violence, an offense enumerated in subsection a., b., c., or e. of N.J.S.2C:39-5, or an arson offense as defined in chapter 17 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes. For purposes of this section, a crime or offense involves violence or threat of violence if the victim sustains bodily injury as defined in subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:11-1, or the actor is armed with and uses a deadly weapon as defined in subsection c. of N.J.S.2C:11-1, or threatens by word or gesture to use a deadly weapon or threatens to inflict bodily injury. A crime of the first degree and sexual offenses subject to Megan's Law P.L.2001, c.167 (C.2C:7-12 et seq.) as defined in chapter 14 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes shall be ineligible under all circumstances. "Psychosocial assessment" or "psychosocial evaluation" means a written evaluation of an individual's mental and emotional functioning. L.2023, c.188, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35A-2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35A / Section 35A-2
Declaration of Policy and Legislative Findings.
Status: in_force

2C:35A-2. Declaration of policy and legislative findings. The Legislature hereby finds and declares the following: a. Persons who engage in drug trafficking activities for profit are a form of professional criminal, and deserve enhanced punishment that is specially adapted to remove the economic incentives inherent in such criminal activities. b. It shall be the overriding objective of the provisions of this chapter to eliminate to the greatest extent possible the economic incentives inherent in commercial drug distribution activities at all levels within the drug distribution chain. In order to accomplish this objective, it is appropriate to impose stern economic sanctions in the form of monetary penalties against certain convicted drug offenders. So as to ensure that such economic sanctions are specially adapted and proportionate to the true nature, extent and profitability of the specific criminal activities involved, such monetary penalties should in appropriate cases be based upon a multiple of the street level value of all the illicit substances involved. The use of such a mechanism for calculating an appropriate monetary penalty will help to offset and overcome the perception of some drug offenders, and especially those who are well insulated within a drug trafficking network, that they face only a comparatively low risk of immediate detection and punishment. The Legislature, by adoption of the "Comprehensive Drug Reform Act," N.J.S.2C:35-1 et al., recognized the utility of such a mechanism by providing for the imposition of discretionary cash fines which may be based upon three, or in some cases five, times the street value of the illicit drugs involved. c. The imposition of monetary penalties pursuant to this act is intended to serve as an adjunct to forfeiture actions, which are designed to deprive offenders of the proceeds of their criminal activities and of all property used in furtherance of or to facilitate such illegal activities. While the seizure and forfeiture of property in accordance with the provisions of chapters 41 and 64 of this Title and P.L.1994, c.121 (money laundering) remain a critically important means by which to reduce the economic incentive inherent in drug trafficking activities, in many instances, given the efforts undertaken by offenders to conceal and disguise assets and to resort to complex financial transactions and money laundering schemes, it has become increasingly difficult for law enforcement agencies to establish to the required degree of certainty that a given asset or interest in property is subject to forfeiture. Accordingly, it is necessary and appropriate to impose an in personam debt against the defendant which may be satisfied by proceeding against any asset or interest in property belonging to the defendant, whether or not such property can be directly or indirectly linked to criminal activity. d. In order to ensure the maximum deterrent effect of imposing such specially adapted economic sanctions as are required pursuant to the provisions of this act, it shall be the policy of this State to enforce the judgment and to collect the entire debt, or the greatest possible portion thereof, as soon as is feasible following the imposition of the penalty, taking full advantage, where necessary, of this State's long arm jurisdiction and the full faith and credit clause of the Constitution of the United States. L.1997,c.187,s.2