N.J. Stat. § 2A:24A-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 24A / Section 24A-4
Display in altered form
Status: in_force

No person other than the artist, or a person acting with the artist's consent, shall knowingly display in a place accessible to the public a work of fine art of that artist in an altered, defaced, mutilated or modified form, if damage to the artist's reputation is reasonably likely to result and if the work is displayed as being the work of the artist. No person other than the artist, or a person acting with the artist's consent, shall either knowingly publish or reproduce a work of fine art of that artist in an altered, defaced, mutilated or modified form, if damage to the artist's reputation is reasonably likely to result and if the work is published or reproduced as being the work of the artist by use of the artist's name in conjunction with the reproduction or publication. L. 1986, c. 97, s. 4, eff. Aug. 27, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:82-40 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 82 / Section 82-40
Short title
Status: in_force

This article may be cited as the uniform photographic copies of business and public records as evidence act.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344
N.J. Stat. § 2A:123-10 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 123 / Section 123-10
Injunction; confiscation proceedings; bond
Status: in_force

Whenever the department has reason to believe that any article of wearing apparel has been manufactured or has been offered for sale in violation of the provisions of this act or of the rules and regulations promulgated hereunder, proceedings to enjoin such manufacture or sale or other disposition of such wearing apparel or fabrics may be instituted by the commissioner in the Superior Court of the State of New Jersey, and said commissioner may also institute proceedings for the confiscation of such article of wearing apparel or fabric in said Superior Court of the State of New Jersey and shall make such disposition of said wearing apparel or fabric as he shall be ordered so to do by said Superior Court of the State of New Jersey; provided, however, that said Superior Court may order the delivery of such condemned articles of wearing apparel or fabric to the owner or claimant thereof upon payment of legal costs and charges and upon the execution and deposit with said Superior Court of a good and sufficient bond conditioned upon said articles of wearing apparel or fabric not being disposed of until properly and adequately treated or processed so that such articles of wearing apparel or fabrics will comply with the provisions of this act and the rules and regulations promulgated pursuant thereto. L.1953, c. 267, p. 1790, s. 8, eff. Jan. 1, 1954.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-4.9 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-4.9
Violations, penalties; temporary registration certificate, temporary license plate.
Status: in_force

3. a. Any person who knowingly produces, sells, offers, or exposes for sale a temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate obtained by providing false information to the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. b. Any person who exhibits or displays on a motor vehicle a temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate, knowing that the temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate was obtained by providing false information to the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, is guilty of a disorderly persons offense. c. Any person who possesses a temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate, knowing that the temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate was obtained by providing false information to the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, is guilty of a petty disorderly persons offense. d. Any person who knowingly produces, sells, offers, or exposes for sale a forged, altered, counterfeited, or simulated temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate that simulates a temporary registration certificate or license plate is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. e. Any person who exhibits or displays on a motor vehicle a falsely made, forged, altered, counterfeited, or simulated temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate, knowing that the temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate was falsely made, forged, altered, counterfeited or simulated, is guilty of a disorderly persons offense. f. Any person who possesses a falsely made, forged, altered, counterfeited, or simulated temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate, knowing that the temporary registration certificate or temporary license plate was falsely made, forged, altered, counterfeited, or simulated, is guilty of a petty disorderly persons offense. g. Nothing in this section shall be construed to preclude or limit the prosecution or conviction of any person for any other crime or offense. h. The clerk of the court in which a conviction is rendered or any other person designated by the court shall, immediately upon entry, forward a certified copy of the conviction or a transcript to the chief administrator. L.2023, c.285, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:12-21 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 12 / Section 12-21
Officials authorized to act for court
Status: in_force

2B:12-21. Officials authorized to act for court. a. An administrator or deputy administrator of a municipal court, authorized by a judge of that court, may exercise the power of the municipal court to administer oaths for complaints filed with the municipal court and to issue warrants and summonses. b. A police officer in charge of a police station, other than an officer who participated in the arrest of the defendant, may exercise the power of the municipal court to administer oaths for complaints filed with the municipal court. Any police officer may issue summonses related to such complaints and may as authorized by the Rules of the Court issue a summons in lieu of an arrest for an offense committed in the officer's presence. c. The authority of the municipal court to set conditions of pre-trial release may be exercised by an administrator or deputy administrator of a municipal court who is authorized by the judge of that court, or by any police officer in charge of a police station, other than an officer who participated in the arrest of the defendant. The authority may be exercised only in accordance with bail schedules promulgated by the Administrative Office of the Courts or by the municipal court. d. Except as otherwise provided by the Rules of Court, a person charged with a non-indictable offense shall be released on summons or personal recognizance without unnecessary delay and within 12 hours after arrest unless a judge or court administrator has set the conditions for pretrial release and the conditions remain unmet. e. A person acting for a municipal court by authority of this section shall immediately file the complaint, warrant, summons or recognizance which was the subject of the action with the municipal court. Source: N.J.S.2A:8-27; N.J.S.2A:8-28. L.1993,c.293,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-59.1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-59.1
Frivolous causes of action
Status: in_force

1. a. (1) A party who prevails in a civil action, either as plaintiff or defendant, against any other party may be awarded all reasonable litigation costs and reasonable attorney fees, if the judge finds at any time during the proceedings or upon judgment that a complaint, counterclaim, cross-claim or defense of the nonprevailing person was frivolous. (2) When a public entity is required or authorized by law to provide for the defense of a present or former employee, the public entity may be awarded all reasonable litigation costs and reasonable attorney fees if the individual for whom the defense was provided is the prevailing party in a civil action, and if there is a judicial determination at any time during the proceedings or upon judgment that a complaint, counterclaim, cross-claim, or defense of the nonprevailing party was frivolous. b. In order to find that a complaint, counterclaim, cross-claim or defense of the nonprevailing party was frivolous, the judge shall find on the basis of the pleadings, discovery, or the evidence presented that either: (1) The complaint, counterclaim, cross-claim or defense was commenced, used or continued in bad faith, solely for the purpose of harassment, delay or malicious injury; or (2) The nonprevailing party knew, or should have known, that the complaint, counterclaim, cross-claim or defense was without any reasonable basis in law or equity and could not be supported by a good faith argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. c. A party or public entity seeking an award under this section shall make application to the court which heard the matter. The application shall be supported by an affidavit stating in detail: (1) The nature of the services rendered, the responsibility assumed, the results obtained, the amount of time spent by the attorney, any particular novelty or difficulty, the time spent and services rendered by secretaries and staff, other factors pertinent in the evaluation of the services rendered, the amount of the allowance applied for, an itemization of the disbursements for which reimbursement is sought, and any other factors relevant in evaluating fees and costs; and (2) How much has been paid to the attorney and what provision, if any, has been made for the payment of these fees in the future. L.1988,c.46,s.1; amended 1995,c.13.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:33-26 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 33 / Section 33-26
Sale of motor vehicles on Sunday; exemption.
Status: in_force

4. Except as provided in section 1 of P.L.2011, c.29 (C.39:10-38), a person who engages in the business of buying, selling, or exchanging motor vehicles or who opens a place of business and attempts to engage in such conduct on a Sunday commits a disorderly persons offense. The first offense is punishable by a fine not to exceed $100 or imprisonment for a period of not more than 10 days or both; the second offense is punishable by a fine not to exceed $500 or imprisonment for a period of not more than 30 days or both; the third or each subsequent offense is punishable by a fine of $750 or imprisonment for a period of six months or both. If the person is a licensed dealer in new or used motor vehicles in this State, under the provisions of chapter 10, Title 39 of the Revised Statutes, the person shall also be subject to suspension or revocation of his dealer's license to engage in the business of buying, selling, or exchanging motor vehicles in this State as provided in Title 39, chapter 10, section 20, for violation of this statute. Nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prohibit a person from accepting a deposit to secure the sale of a recreational vehicle, as defined in section 1 of P.L.1999, c.284 (C.54:4-1.18), at an off-site sale authorized pursuant to section 2 of P.L.2005, c.351 (C.39:10-19.2), on a Sunday. Nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prohibit a dealer, engaged in the business of selling motorcycles and licensed pursuant to R.S.39:10-19, and who holds a franchise from a manufacturer of new motorcycles from engaging in the business of buying, selling, or exchanging motorcycles on a Sunday, except that such a dealer shall be prohibited from engaging in the business of buying, selling, or exchanging motorcycles on a Sunday in a county where Sunday sales are prohibited pursuant to sections 14 through 18 of P.L.1999, c.90 (C.40A:64-1 et seq.) and for a violation of this prohibition shall be subject to the penalties provided in this section for the buying, selling, or exchanging of motor vehicles on a Sunday. As used in this section, the terms "dealer," "motor vehicle," and "motorcycle" shall have the meaning set forth in R.S.39:1-1. L.1999, c.90, s.4; amended 2005, c.351, s.5; 2011, c.29, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:12-22 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 12 / Section 12-22
Periodic service of imprisonment
Status: in_force

2B:12-22. Periodic service of imprisonment. A court may order that a sentence of imprisonment be served periodically on particular days, rather than consecutively. The person imprisoned shall be given credit for each day or fraction of a day to the nearest hour actually served. Source: C.2A:8-30.1 (P.L.1969, c.146). L.1993,c.293,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:65-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 65 / Section 65-7
Accidental fires excepted
Status: in_force

No civil action for waste shall be maintained against any person as the result of damage caused by any accidental fire, except as may otherwise be provided by contract.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:16-69 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 16 / Section 16-69
Provisions of act not waivable; controlling law; prohibitions
Status: in_force

7. a. The provisions of this act shall not be waived by any payee. b. Any transfer agreement entered into on or after the effective date of this act by a payee who resides in this State shall provide that disputes under the transfer agreement, including any claim that the payee has breached the agreement, shall be determined in and under the laws of this State. No transfer agreement shall authorize the transferee or any other party to confess judgment or consent to entry of judgment against the payee. c. No transfer of structured settlement payment rights shall extend to any payments that are life-contingent unless, prior to the date on which the payee signs the transfer agreement, the transferee has established and has agreed to maintain procedures reasonably satisfactory to the annuity issuer and the structured settlement obligor for: (1) periodically confirming the payee's survival; and (2) giving the annuity issuer and the structured settlement obligor prompt written notice in the event of the payee's death. d. No payee who proposes to make a transfer of structured settlement payment rights shall incur any penalty, forfeit any application fee or other payment, or otherwise incur any liability to the proposed transferee or any assignee based on any failure of the transfer to satisfy the conditions of this act. e. Nothing contained in this act shall be construed to authorize any transfer of structured settlement payment rights in contravention of any law or to imply that any transfer under a transfer agreement entered into prior to the effective date of this act is valid or invalid. f. Compliance with the requirements set forth in section 3 of this act and fulfillment of the conditions set forth in section 4 of this act shall be solely the responsibility of the transferee in any transfer of structured settlement payment rights, and neither the structured settlement obligor nor the annuity issuer shall bear any responsibility for, or any liability arising from, non-compliance with those requirements or failure to fulfill those conditions. L.2001,c.139,s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:58-18 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 58 / Section 58-18
Report on KeepSafe program
Status: in_force

3. On the first day of the thirteenth month following the effective date of this act, the superintendent shall submit a report on the effectiveness of the KeepSafe program to the Governor and Legislature. In addition to those matters the superintendent deems appropriate and necessary, the report shall include the superintendent's assessment of whether the program should be expanded to include sales of trigger locking devices which are not part of firearm purchases. L.1999, c.255, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:156A-27 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 156A / Section 156A-27
Unlawful access to stored communications
Status: in_force

21. Unlawful access to stored communications. a. A person is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree if he (1) knowingly accesses without authorization a facility through which an electronic communication service is provided or exceeds an authorization to access that facility, and (2) thereby obtains, alters, or prevents authorized access to a wire or electronic communication while that communication is in electronic storage. b. A person is guilty of a crime of the third degree if, for the purpose of commercial advantage, private commercial gain, or malicious destruction or damage, he (1) knowingly accesses without authorization a facility through which an electronic communication service is provided or exceeds an authorization to access that facility, and (2) thereby obtains, alters, or prevents authorized access to a wire or electronic communication while that communication is in electronic storage. c. This section does not apply to conduct authorized: (1) by the person or entity providing a wire or electronic communication service; or (2) by a user of that service with respect to a communication of or intended for that user; or (3) by section 10 of P.L.1968, c.409 (C.2A:156A-10), section 13 of P.L.1968, c.409 (C.2A:156A-13), or by section 23 or 24 of P.L.1993, c.29 (C.2A:156A-29 or C.2A:156A-30). L.1993,c.29,s.21.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:2-6 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 2 / Section 2-6
Liability for conduct of another; complicity
Status: in_force

a. A person is guilty of an offense if it is committed by his own conduct or by the conduct of another person for which he is legally accountable, or both. b. A person is legally accountable for the conduct of another person when: (1) Acting with the kind of culpability that is sufficient for the commission of the offense, he causes an innocent or irresponsible person to engage in such conduct; (2) He is made accountable for the conduct of such other person by the code or by the law defining the offense; (3) He is an accomplice of such other person in the commission of an offense; or (4) He is engaged in a conspiracy with such other person. c. A person is an accomplice of another person in the commission of an offense if: (1) With the purpose of promoting or facilitating the commission of the offense; he (a) Solicits such other person to commit it; (b) Aids or agrees or attempts to aid such other person in planning or committing it; or (c) Having a legal duty to prevent the commission of the offense, fails to make proper effort so to do; or (2) His conduct is expressly declared by law to establish his complicity. d. A person who is legally incapable of committing a particular offense himself may be guilty thereof if it is committed by another person for whose conduct he is legally accountable, unless such liability is inconsistent with the purpose of the provision establishing his incapacity. e. Unless otherwise provided by the code or by the law defining the offense, a person is not an accomplice in an offense committed by another person if: (1) He is a victim of that offense; (2) The offense is so defined that his conduct is inevitably incident to its commission; or (3) He terminates his complicity under circumstances manifesting a complete and voluntary renunciation as defined in section 2C:5-1 d. prior to the commission of the offense. Termination by renunciation is an affirmative defense which the defendant must prove by a preponderance of evidence. f. An accomplice may be convicted on proof of the commission of the offense and of his complicity therein, though the person claimed to have committed the offense has not been prosecuted or convicted or has been convicted of a different offense or degree of offense or has an immunity to prosecution or conviction or has been acquitted. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:2-6, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:20-11 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 20 / Section 20-11
Deferral of jury service
Status: in_force

Upon a request for deferral of jury service or upon the denial of a request for an excuse from jury service, the Assignment Judge may direct that the jury service of a prospective juror be deferred to another time within the next twelve months. Source: 2A:78-1 L.1995,c.44,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-10.11 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-10.11
Grounds for judgment for tenant in unlawful action for possession by landlord
Status: in_force

In any action brought by a landlord against a tenant to recover possession of premises or units to which this act is applicable, whether by summary dispossess proceedings, civil action for the possession of land, or otherwise, judgment shall be entered for the tenant if the tenant shall establish that the notice to quit, if any, or the action to recover possession was intended for any of the reasons set forth in subsections a, b, c, or d of section 1 of this act. L.1970, c. 210, s. 2, eff. Sept. 30, 1970.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:65C-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 65C / Section 65C-3
Civil liability.
Status: in_force

3. A person who violates the provisions of section 1 of P.L.2009, c.163 (C.2A:65C-1) shall, in addition to any other legal or equitable relief, be liable for a civil penalty of not more than $1,000 for the first offense and not more than $2,000 for the second and each subsequent offense. L.2009, c.163, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-19 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-19
Self-incrimination; exceptions
Status: in_force

Rule 25. Subject to Rule 37, every natural person has a right to refuse to disclose in an action or to a police officer or other official any matter that will incriminate him or expose him to a penalty or a forfeiture of his estate, except that under this rule: (a) no person has the privilege to refuse to submit to examination for the purpose of discovering or recording his corporal features and other identifying characteristics or his physical or mental condition; (b) no person has the privilege to refuse to obey an order made by a court to produce for use as evidence or otherwise a document, chattel or other thing under his control if some other person or a corporation or other association has a superior right to the possession of the thing ordered to be produced; (c) no person has a privilege to refuse to disclose any matter which the statutes or regulations governing his office, activity, occupation, profession or calling, or governing the corporation or association of which he is an officer, agent or employee, require him to record or report or disclose except to the extent that such statutes or regulations provide that the matter to be recorded, reported or disclosed shall be privileged or confidential; (d) subject to the same limitations on evidence affecting credibility as apply to any other witness, the accused in a criminal action or a party in a civil action who voluntarily testifies in the action upon the merits does not have the privilege to refuse to disclose in that action, any matter relevant to any issue therein. L.1960, c. 52, p. 455, s. 19, eff. July 1, 1960.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:81-18 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 81 / Section 81-18
Definitions
Status: in_force

"Witness," as used in this article shall include a person whose testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand jury or in a criminal action, prosecution or proceeding. The word "summons" shall include a subpoena, order or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-29 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-29
Allowance of set-offs
Status: in_force

In any action for the foreclosure of a mortgage, just set-offs shall be allowed, whether the holder of the mortgage is a party plaintiff or defendant.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-29 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-29
Use of juvenile's testimony at referral hearing
Status: in_force

10. Use of juvenile's testimony at referral hearing. No testimony of a juvenile at a hearing pursuant to section 7 of P.L.1982, c.77 (C.2A:4A-26) or section 8 of P.L.1982, c.77 (C.2A:4A-27) shall be admissible for any purpose in any hearing to determine delinquency or guilt of any offense. L.1982,c.77,s.10; amended 1995,c.280,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:3-1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 3 / Section 3-1
Justification an affirmative defense; civil remedies unaffected
Status: in_force

a. In any prosecution based on conduct which is justifiable under this chapter, justification is an affirmative defense. b. The fact that conduct is justifiable under this chapter does not abolish or impair any remedy for such conduct which is available in any civil action. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:3-1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:1-9 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 1 / Section 1-9
When prosecution barred by former prosecution for the same offense
Status: in_force

A prosecution of a defendant for a violation of the same provision of the statutes based upon the same facts as a former prosecution is barred by such former prosecution under the following circumstances: a. The former prosecution resulted in an acquittal by a finding of not guilty by the trier of fact or in a determination that there was insufficient evidence to warrant a conviction. A finding of guilty of a lesser included offense is an acquittal of the greater inclusive offense, although the conviction is subsequently set aside. b. The former prosecution was terminated, after the complaint had been filed or the indictment found, by a final order or judgment for the defendant, which has not been set aside, reversed, or vacated and which necessarily required a determination inconsistent with a fact or a legal proposition that must be established for conviction of the offense. This subsection shall not apply to an order or judgment quashing an indictment prior to trial. c. The former prosecution resulted in a conviction. There is a conviction if the prosecution resulted in a judgment of conviction which has not been reversed or vacated, a verdict of guilty which has not been set aside and which is capable of supporting a judgment, or a plea of guilty accepted by the court. In the latter two cases failure to enter judgment must be for a reason other than a motion of the defendant. d. The former prosecution was improperly terminated. Except as provided in this subsection, there is an improper termination of a prosecution if the termination is for reasons not amounting to an acquittal, and it takes place after the jury was impaneled and sworn or, in a trial before a court without a jury, after the first witness was sworn but before findings were rendered by the trier of facts. Termination under any of the following circumstances is not improper: (1) The defendant consents to the termination or waives, by motion to dismiss or otherwise, his right to object to the termination. (2) The trial court finds that the termination is necessary because of the failure of the jury to agree upon a verdict after a reasonable time for deliberation has been allowed. (3) The trial court finds that the termination is required by a sufficient legal reason and a manifest or absolute or overriding necessity. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:1-9, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-139 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-139
Parties to action; county or municipality when public agency not corporation
Status: in_force

The claimant first bringing an action for the enforcement of his claim in the superior court as provided by this article, shall make parties to the action all who have filed claims, the contractor, the subcontractor referred to in the claims, and the public agency with whom the contract was made. If the public agency is not a corporation, then the county or municipality under which it is constituted shall be made a party defendant.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23A-29 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23A / Section 23A-29
Assessment of costs for trial de novo
Status: in_force

The party having filed for a trial de novo shall be assessed court costs and other reasonable costs of the other party to the judicial proceeding, including attorneys' fees, investigation expenses and expenses for expert or other testimony or evidence, which amount shall be, if the party assessed the costs is the one to whom the award is made, offset against any damages awarded to that party by the court, and only to that extent; except that if the judgment is more favorable to the party having filed for a trial de novo, the court may reduce or eliminate the amount of the assessment in accordance with the extent to which the decision of the court is more favorable to that party than the arbitration decision, and as best serves the interest of justice. The court may waive an assessment of costs required by this section upon a finding that the imposition of costs would create a substantial economic hardship as not to be in the interest of justice. L. 1987,c.329, s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:23-7 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 23 / Section 23-7
Oath of officer attending jury
Status: in_force

The following oath shall be administered to the officer appointed to attend the jury: "Do you swear or affirm that you will do your best to keep every person sworn on this jury together in a private place, and that you will not allow any person to speak to them, nor speak to them yourself, except by order of the court, and except to ask them if they have agreed on a verdict, until they have so agreed?" Source: 2A:74-7 L.1995,c.44,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:40-4 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 40 / Section 40-4
Consent, sanction not available as defense.
Status: in_force

2. a. Notwithstanding any other provision of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes to the contrary, consent shall not be available as a defense to a prosecution under section 1 of P.L.1980, c.169 (C.2C:40-3). b. It shall not be an affirmative defense to a prosecution under section 1 of P.L.1980, c.169 (C.2C:40-3) that the conduct in which the actor engaged was sanctioned or approved by a student or fraternal organization or an institution of higher education. L.1980, c.169, s.2; amended 2021, c.208, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:22-1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 22 / Section 22-1
Action in Superior Court
Status: in_force

2A:22-1. The Superior Court shall allow an unmarried person of full age, a husband with his wife's consent, a wife with her husband's consent or a husband and wife jointly to adopt an adult person and may change the name of the adult, if the court is satisfied that the adopting parent or parents are of good moral character and of reputable standing in their community, and that the adoption will be to the advantage and benefit of the person to be adopted. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.78.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:161-1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 161 / Section 161-1
Appointment of citizen to make immediate arrest
Status: in_force

2A:161-1. In all criminal complaints before a judge of the Superior Court or a municipal court, where in the opinion of such judge, public justice shall require that a warrant for the arrest of the alleged offender issue and be executed immediately, and no person authorized to make an arrest can be had in time, such judge may, by writing, under his hand and seal, appoint some fit person, who shall be a citizen of this State, to execute the warrant, who shall have the same authority in the premises in all respects and be subject to liability. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.133; 2023, c.250, s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.168 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.168
Registration of order for enforcement.
Status: in_force

45. Registration of order for enforcement. A support order or income-withholding order issued in another state or a foreign support order may be registered in this State for enforcement. L.2016, c.1, s.45.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:27-1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 27 / Section 27-1
Definitions
Status: in_force

In chapters 27 through 30, unless a different meaning plainly is required: a. "Benefit" means gain or advantage, or anything regarded by the beneficiary as gain or advantage, including a pecuniary benefit or a benefit to any other person or entity in whose welfare he is interested; b. "Government" includes any branch, subdivision or agency of the government of the State or any locality within it; c. "Harm" means loss, disadvantage or injury, or anything so regarded by the person affected, including loss, disadvantage or injury to any other person or entity in whose welfare he is interested; d. "Official proceeding" means a proceeding heard or which may be heard before any legislative, judicial, administrative or other governmental agency, arbitration proceeding, or official authorized to take evidence under oath, including any arbitrator, referee, hearing examiner, commissioner, notary or other person taking testimony or deposition in connection with any such proceeding; e. "Party official" means a person who holds an elective or appointive post in a political party in the United States by virtue of which he directs or conducts, or participates in directing or conducting party affairs at any level of responsibility; f. "Pecuniary benefit" is benefit in the form of money, property, commercial interests or anything else the primary significance of which is economic gain; g. "Public servant" means any officer or employee of government, including legislators and judges, and any person participating as juror, advisor, consultant or otherwise, in performing a governmental function, but the term does not include witnesses; h. "Administrative proceeding" means any proceeding, other than a judicial proceeding, the outcome of which is required to be based on a record or documentation prescribed by law, or in which law or regulation is particularized in application to individuals; i. "Statement" means any representation, but includes a representation of opinion, belief or other state of mind only if the representation clearly relates to state of mind apart from or in addition to any facts which are the subject of the representation. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:27-1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979. Amended by L.1979, c. 178, s. 47, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.127 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.127
Remedies cumulative.
Status: in_force

4. Remedies cumulative. a. Remedies provided by this act are cumulative and do not affect the availability of remedies under other law or the recognition of a foreign support order on the basis of comity. b. This act does not: (1) provide the exclusive method of establishing or enforcing a support order under the law of this State; or (2) grant a tribunal of this State jurisdiction to render judgment or issue an order relating to child custody or visitation in a proceeding under this act. L.2016, c.1, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:40A-5 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 40A / Section 40A-5
Additional penalty for attorneys; grade of offense.
Status: in_force

2. In addition to any other sanction that may be imposed by the Supreme Court, an attorney who violates the Rules of Professional Conduct promulgated by the Supreme Court of New Jersey by contacting an accident or disaster victim or an accident or disaster victim's relative, using means other than written communication, to solicit professional employment on the attorney's own behalf, and who acts with intent to accept money or something of value for his services, shall be guilty of a crime of the third degree. L.1999,c.325,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23E-5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23E / Section 23E-5
Consent by parties to arbitration.
Status: in_force

5. Conducting arbitration in this State, or making a written agreement to arbitrate which provides for arbitration within this State subject to this act, shall constitute a consent by the parties to that arbitration or undertaking to the exercise of in personam jurisdiction by the courts of this State, but only for the purposes of that arbitration. L.2017, c.1, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:58-20 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 58 / Section 58-20
Short title.
Status: in_force

1. This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Extreme Risk Protective Order Act of 2018." L.2018, c.35, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:29-3.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 29 / Section 29-3.2
Offenses against service animals, guide dogs, degree of crime; penalties, restitution.
Status: in_force

1. a. Any person who recklessly kills a service animal or guide dog, or who recklessly permits a dog that the person owns or over which the person has immediate control, to injure or kill a service animal or guide dog, is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. b. Any person who recklessly injures a service animal or guide dog, or recklessly permits a dog that the person owns or over which the person has immediate control, to injure a service animal or guide dog, is guilty of a disorderly persons offense. c. Any person who recklessly interferes with the use of a service animal or guide dog, or who recklessly permits a dog that the person owns or over which that person has immediate control, to interfere with a service animal or guide dog, by obstructing, intimidating, or otherwise jeopardizing the safety of that service animal or guide dog or its handler, is guilty of a petty disorderly persons offense. d. A person who is convicted of a violation of this section, in addition to any other penalty, shall make full restitution for all damages that arise out of or are related to the offense, including incidental and consequential damages incurred by the handler of the service animal or guide dog. Restitution under this section shall include, but not be limited to: (1) the value of the service animal or guide dog; (2) replacement and training or retraining expenses for the service animal or guide dog and the handler; (3) veterinary and other medical and boarding expenses for the service animal or guide dog; (4) medical expenses for the handler; and (5) lost wages or income incurred by the handler during any period that the handler is without the services of the service animal or guide dog. e. As used in this section: "Guide dog" shall mean a dog which has been or is being raised or trained to provide assistance to a blind or deaf person, including but not limited to a dog that has been or is being raised or trained by a volunteer puppy raiser or staff member of an organization generally recognized as being involved in the rehabilitation of the blind or deaf and reputable and competent to provide dogs with specialized training. "Service animal" shall have the same meaning as set forth in the federal "Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990" (42 U.S.C. s.12101 et seq.) and any regulations under the act. L.2013, c.205, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:40-18 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 40 / Section 40-18
Violation of law intended to protect public health and safety; grading
Status: in_force

2. a. A person is guilty of a crime of the second degree if the person knowingly violates a law intended to protect the public health and safety or knowingly fails to perform a duty imposed by a law intended to protect the public health and safety and recklessly causes death. b. A person is guilty of a crime of the third degree if the person knowingly violates a law intended to protect the public health and safety or knowingly fails to perform a duty imposed by a law intended to protect the public health and safety and recklessly causes serious bodily injury. c. A person is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree if the person knowingly violates a law intended to protect the public health and safety or knowingly fails to perform a duty imposed by a law intended to protect the public health and safety and recklessly causes significant bodily injury. L.1997,c.180,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-27.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-27.2
Calculation of anti-money laundering profiteering penalty.
Status: in_force

9. Calculation of Anti-Money Laundering Profiteering Penalty. Where, pursuant to section 8 of P.L.1999, c.25 (C.2C:21-27.1) the prosecutor has established by a preponderance of the evidence that the defendant was convicted of a violation of P.L.1994, c.121 (C.2C:21-23 et seq.), the court shall assess a monetary penalty as follows: a. $500,000.00 in the case of a crime of the first degree; $250,000.00 in the case of a crime of the second degree; $75,000.00 in the case of a crime of the third degree; or b. an amount equal to three times the value of any property involved in a money laundering activity in violation of P.L.1994, c.121 (C.2C:21-23 et seq.). c. Where the prosecution requests that the court assess a penalty in an amount calculated pursuant to subsection b. of this section, the prosecutor shall have the burden of establishing by a preponderance of the evidence the appropriate amount of the penalty to be assessed pursuant to that subsection. In making its finding, the court shall take judicial notice of any evidence, testimony or information adduced at trial, plea hearing or other court proceedings and shall also consider the presentence report and other relevant information, including expert opinion in the form of live testimony or by affidavit. The court's findings shall be incorporated in the record, and such findings shall not be subject to modification by an appellate court except upon a showing that the finding was totally lacking support in the record or was arbitrary and capricious. L.1999,c.25,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:11-9 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 11 / Section 11-9
Health, medical benefits
Status: in_force

9. a. Immediately upon becoming a State judicial employee, all transferred employees shall receive all the health and medical benefits, including dental and prescription drug plans, on the same basis as other State judicial employees. Employment service with the county shall be credited toward any waiting periods for coverage or eligibility for benefits under the State program and plans for transferred employees who elect coverage at the time they become State judicial employees. b. All health and medical benefits otherwise provided for in either county-negotiated collective negotiations agreements or in accordance with county past practice or individual county policies or both shall be pre-empted for transferred employees effective January 1, 1995. L.1994,c.162,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:14-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 14 / Section 14-3
1 year; libel or slander
Status: in_force

Every action at law for libel or slander shall be commenced within 1 year next after the publication of the alleged libel or slander.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:16-46 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 16 / Section 16-46
Acknowledgment of satisfaction or warrant to satisfy required
Status: in_force

When a party in whose favor a judgment is entered or docketed, any assignee of record, anyone entitled to receive satisfaction, or the legal representative of a deceased party or a guardian, shall have received satisfaction thereof, he or his attorney shall either enter an acknowledgment of satisfaction on the record of the judgment, or shall deliver to the party making satisfaction or his representative, guardian or attorney or to the clerk of the court in which the judgment is entered or docketed, a warrant directing and authorizing the clerk to satisfy the same of record. Any such warrant shall set forth the book and page wherein the judgment is recorded or docketed.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-21.1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-21.1
Criminal proceeding; Subpena; disclosure of information; application of act
Status: in_force

Where a newsperson is required to disclose information pursuant to a subpena issued by or on behalf of a defendant in a criminal proceeding, not including proceedings before administrative or investigative bodies, grand juries, or legislative committees or commissions, the provisions and procedures in this act are applicable to the claim and exercise of the newsperson's privilege under Rule 27 (C. 2A:84A-21). L.1979, c. 479, s. 1, eff. Feb. 27, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-19.2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-19.2
Lien for charges or services
Status: in_force

2. Any person who performs dry cleaning, pressing, glazing, dyeing, washing, laundering, alteration, tailoring or repairs, or uses or furnishes materials or supplies, upon any garment, clothing, wearing apparel (exclusive of furs), draperies, curtains, carpets or rugs, slipcovers or furniture covers, or stores any of the same, at the request of or with the consent of a customer, shall have a lien thereon for the agreed charges for the work, services, storage, materials or supplies, or, in the event there has been no agreed charge, for the reasonable value thereof. L.1983,c.528,s.2; amended 1991,c.480.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-5.6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-5.6
Exclusive civil remedy
Status: in_force

a. This act shall be the exclusive civil remedy for personal injury or property damage resulting from the negligent provision of alcoholic beverages by a social host to a person who has attained the legal age to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages. b. A person who sustains bodily injury or injury to real or personal property as a result of the negligent provision of alcoholic beverages by a social host to a person who has attained the legal age to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages may recover damages from a social host only if: (1) The social host willfully and knowingly provided alcoholic beverages either: (a) To a person who was visibly intoxicated in the social host's presence; or (b) To a person who was visibly intoxicated under circumstances manifesting reckless disregard of the consequences as affecting the life or property of another; and (2) The social host provided alcoholic beverages to the visibly intoxicated person under circumstances which created an unreasonable risk of foreseeable harm to the life or property of another, and the social host failed to exercise reasonable care and diligence to avoid the foreseeable risk; and (3) The injury arose out of an accident caused by the negligent operation of a vehicle by the visibly intoxicated person who was provided alcoholic beverages by a social host. c. To determine the liability of a social host under subsection b. of this section, if a test to determine the presence of alcohol in the blood indicates a blood alcohol concentration of: (1) less than 0.10% by weight of alcohol in the blood, there shall be an irrebuttable presumption that the person tested was not visibly intoxicated in the social host's presence and that the social host did not provide alcoholic beverages to the person under circumstances which manifested reckless disregard of the consequences as affecting the life or property of another; or (2) at least 0.10% but less than 0.15% by weight of alcohol in the blood, there shall be a rebuttable presumption, that the person tested was not visibly intoxicated in the social host's presence and that the social host did not provide alcoholic beverages to the person under circumstances which manifested reckless disregard of the consequences as affecting the life or property of another. L. 1987, c. 404, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-5.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-5.2
Manufacturing, etc. gamma hydroxybutyrate; penalties
Status: in_force

3. a. Except as authorized by P.L.1970, c.226 (C.24:21-1 et seq.), it shall be a crime of the second degree for any person knowingly or purposely to manufacture, distribute or dispense, or to possess or have under his control with intent to manufacture, distribute or dispense gamma hydroxybutyrate. b. Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:43-3 or any other law, a fine of up to $150,000.00 may be imposed upon a person who violates this section. L.1997,c. 194, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:40-16 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 40 / Section 40-16
Definitions.
Status: in_force

1. As used in this act: a. "Cosmetic" means any substance or other device which is used for the treatment of the skin, hair or nails. b. "Drug" means any over-the-counter or prescribed medicine. c. "Food product" means anything sold for human consumption, and includes tobacco products. d. "Tamper" means to adulterate a cosmetic, drug or food product by adding any poisonous, deleterious or noxious substance or diluent which may be injurious or detrimental to a person's health. "Tamper" includes the addition of any substance or diluent or both to a prescribed drug resulting in a reduction or increase of the strength of that drug without so being ordered by the prescriber. Any change in the strength of the prescribed drug must be noted on the medication or prescription label and if not so noted the drug shall be considered to have been tampered with and mislabeled. L.1987, c.421, s.1; amended 2007, c.69, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:19-17 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 19 / Section 19-17
Action to compel assignee to perform duties
Status: in_force

The court may, from time to time, compel the assignee to proceed to the execution of his duties.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-90 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-90
Long-term placement
Status: in_force

In considering whether to approve or disapprove out of home placement under a family service plan on a long-term basis, the court shall consider whether placement in the home would fail to provide adequate physical protection, shelter or nutrition or would seriously obstruct the juvenile's medical care, education or physical and emotional development as determined according to the needs of the juvenile. Upon making an order approving a long-term out of home placement plan, the matter shall be reviewed pursuant to the provisions of the "Child Placement Review Act," P.L.1977, c. 424 (C. 30:4C-50 et seq.). L.1982, c. 80, s. 15, eff. Dec. 31, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:52-29 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 52 / Section 52-29
Fees waived for certain applications.
Status: in_force

2C:52-29. Any person who files an application pursuant to this chapter shall not be charged a fee for applying for an expungement, and any fee set forth in the Rules of Court, which was, based on the Supreme Court's temporary authority pursuant to sections 12 through 15, and 17 through 19 of P.L.2014, c.31 (C.2B:1-7 through C.2B:1-13), a revision or supplement by the Supreme Court to the fee charged pursuant to this section prior to its amendment by P.L.2019, c.269 (C.2C:52-5.1 et al.), is void. amended 2019, c.269, s.16.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:19-29 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 19 / Section 19-29
Exceptions to claims
Status: in_force

At any time within 60 days after the list of creditors and statement of claims have been filed and notice thereof has been mailed to the creditors, the assignee, or any creditor or other person interested, may file in the court exceptions to the allowance or rejection by the assignee of claim or demand of any creditor exhibited as aforesaid. The court may then adjudicate upon such claim or demand.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:56-37 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 56 / Section 56-37
Partition of real estate limited over
Status: in_force

The court may order partition through actual division, or, pursuant to section 2A:56-2 of this title, through sale of real estate, in any case where the share of a cotenant therein may be for a less estate than a fee, or may be limited over after an estate for life, or any estate therein, provided the particular tenant or tenants apply for or agree to the partition. Any person to whom the remainder, reversion or expectancy is limited over shall, whether or not he agrees to the partition, be bound thereby and shall thereafter be entitled only to the part of the real estate set off in severalty upon which his further right is limited or to an interest in a part of the proceeds of the sale, as the court may direct.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:65B-2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 65B / Section 65B-2
Yo-Yo Waterballs prohibited.
Status: in_force

2. a. A person shall not sell or offer for sale a Yo-Yo Waterball. b. For the purposes of this act, "Yo-Yo Waterball" means a toy marketed and sold under the name of "Yo-Yo Waterball" and any similar fluid yo-yo toy that contains a rubber ball filled with liquid attached to a rubber cord. c. A law enforcement officer may confiscate a Yo-Yo Waterball that is sold or offered for sale in violation of this section. L.2007, c.224, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-44.2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-44.2
Application of public health emergency credits to juvenile.
Status: in_force

2. a. Except as provided in subsection b. of this section, the award of public health emergency credits pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.100) shall apply to any juvenile serving a sentence in a State correctional facility operated by the Youth Justice Commission who due to the expiration of the juvenile's term of commitment is scheduled to be released from custody within 365 days. b. Public health emergency credits shall not be awarded to any juvenile serving a sentence in a State correctional facility operated by the Youth Justice Commission for: (1) murder pursuant to N.J.S.2C:11-3; (2) aggravated sexual assault pursuant to subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:14-2; or (3) any offense enumerated in N.J.S.2C:47-1 and who is deemed a repetitive, compulsive sex offender. c. A juvenile who was serving a sentence in a State correctional facility operated by the Youth Justice Commission during the Public Health Emergency and State of Emergency declared by the Governor in Executive Order 103 of 2020 concerning the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic shall receive public health emergency credits in accordance with section 1 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.100). d. A juvenile scheduled to be released from the custody of the Youth Justice Commission following an award of public health emergency credits pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.100) shall be released on the scheduled release date based on the award of public health emergency credits. e. (1) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection d. of this section, a juvenile scheduled to be released from the custody of the Youth Justice Commission following an award of public health emergency credits pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.100) whose scheduled release date is less than 45 days after the effective date of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.100 et al.) shall be released within 45 days after the effective date, in order to allow the Youth Justice Commission to devise and implement a release plan for the juvenile and arrange for services to be provided to the juvenile upon release. (2) A juvenile who is released from custody following an award of public health emergency credits pursuant to this section shall be prohibited from making contact with a victim as set forth in section 5 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.103), which prohibition shall remain in force until the time that the juvenile was scheduled to be released prior to the award of public health emergency credits. f. Prior to releasing a juvenile from the custody of the Youth Justice Commission following an award of public health emergency credits pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.100), the Executive Director of the Youth Justice Commission shall: (1) notify the juvenile in writing of the prohibition against making contact with any victim of the crime for which the juvenile was serving a sentence pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2020, c.111 (C.30:4-123.103); (2) notify the juvenile that a violation of the prohibition against contact with the victim is a crime of the fourth degree; and (3) require the juvenile to acknowledge in writing the receipt of the notifications provided pursuant to this subsection. L.2020, c.111, s.2; amended 2025, c.35, s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:49A-8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 49A / Section 49A-8
Judgment, award on foreign-money claim; payment
Status: in_force

8. a. Except as provided in subsection c. of this section, a judgment or award on a foreign-money claim shall be stated in an amount of the money of the claim. b. A judgment or award on a foreign-money claim is payable in that foreign money or, at the option of the debtor, in the amount of United States dollars which will purchase that foreign money on the conversion date at a bank-offered spot rate. c. Assessed costs shall be entered in United States dollars. d. Each payment in United States dollars shall be accepted and credited on a judgment or award on a foreign-money claim in the amount of the foreign money that could be purchased by the dollars at a bank-offered spot rate of exchange at or near the close of business on the conversion date for that payment. e. A judgment or award made in an action or distribution proceeding on both (1) a defense, set-off, recoupment, or counterclaim and (2) the adverse party's claim, shall be netted by converting the money of the smaller into the money of the larger, and by subtracting the smaller from the larger, and specify the rates of exchange used. f. A judgment substantially complies with subsection a. of this section, if it is in the following form: On this day of , 199 , it is ORDERED that judgment be entered in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant in the sum of (insert amount in the foreign money) with interest at the rate of (insert rate - see Section 9 of this act) percent a year from the day of , 199 , or, at the option of the judgment debtor, the number of United States dollars which will purchase the (insert name of foreign money) with interest due, at a bank-offered spot rate at or near the close of business on the banking day next before the day of payment, together with assessed costs of (insert amount) United States dollars. g. If a contract claim is of the type covered by subsections a. or b. of section 6 of this act, the judgment or award shall be entered for the amount of money stated to measure the obligation to be paid in the money specified for payment or, at the option of the debtor, the number of United States dollars which will purchase the computed amount of the money of payment on the conversion date at a bank-offered spot rate. h. A judgment shall be entered and indexed in foreign money in the same manner as other judgments, and has the same effect as a lien. It may be discharged by payment. L.1993,c.317,s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42A-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42A / Section 42A-7
Liability for dangerous condition
Status: in_force

This act shall not limit the liability which would otherwise exist for willful or malicious failure to guard, or to warn against, a dangerous condition, use, structure or activity. L. 1985, c. 431, s. 2, eff. Jan. 13, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42A-6.1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42A / Section 42A-6.1
Definitions.
Status: in_force

5. For purposes of P.L.1985, c.431 (C.2A:42A-6 et seq.): "All-terrain vehicle" means a motor vehicle, designed to travel over any terrain, of a type possessing between three and six non-highway tires, but shall not include golf carts. "Dirt bike" means a motor powered vehicle possessing two or more tires, designed to travel over any terrain and capable of traveling off of paved roads, whether or not the vehicle is subject to registration with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. "Snowmobile" means any motor vehicle, designed primarily to travel over ice or snow, of a type which uses sled type runners, skis, an endless belt tread, cleats or any combination of these or other similar means of contact with the surface upon which it is operated, but does not include any farm tractor, highway or other construction equipment, or any military vehicle. L.1991, c.496, s.5; amended 2015, c.155, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-54 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-54
When restraining order or injunctive relief not to be granted
Status: in_force

No restraining order or injunctive relief shall be granted to any plaintiff who has failed to comply with any obligation imposed by law which is involved in the labor dispute in question, or who has failed to make every reasonable effort to settle such dispute either by negotiation or with the aid of any available governmental machinery of mediation or voluntary arbitration.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-30 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-30
Persons having unrecorded liens or claims not recorded or filed against property; effect of foreclosure judgment; coming in as parties
Status: in_force

In any action for the foreclosure of a mortgage upon real or personal property in this state, all persons claiming an interest in or an encumbrance or lien upon such property, by or through any conveyance, mortgage, assignment, lien or any instrument which, by any provision of law, could be recorded, registered, entered or filed in any public office in this state, and which shall not be so recorded, registered, entered or filed at the time of the filing of the complaint in such action shall be bound by the proceedings in the action so far as such property is concerned, in the same manner as if he had been made a party to and appeared in such action, and the judgment therein had been made against him as one of the defendants therein; but such person, upon causing such conveyance, mortgage, assignment, lien, claim or other instrument to be recorded, registered, entered or filed as provided by law, may apply to be made a party to such action.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:158A-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 158A / Section 158A-6
Deputy and assistant public defenders; appointment; salary
Status: in_force

The Public Defender shall appoint deputy public defenders and assistant deputy public defenders in such number as he shall require to assist him in the performance of the duties of his office. Deputies and assistant deputies shall be attorneys-at-law of this State, shall serve at the pleasure of the Public Defender and shall receive such salaries as he shall from time to time designate. L.1967, c. 43, s. 6, eff. July 1, 1967.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-42 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-42
Sale on foreclosure for unpaid interest subject to lien of mortgage
Status: in_force

The sale of the mortgaged premises under a foreclosure judgment under authority of sections 2A:50-40 and 2A:50-41 of this title shall be specifically made subject to the lien of the mortgage in the full principal sum then due thereon and the interest on the principal sum from the date of the judgment.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:27-9 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 27 / Section 27-9
Unlawful official business transaction where interest is involved; grading; conditions.
Status: in_force

100. A public servant commits a crime of the fourth degree if, while performing his official functions on behalf of a governmental entity, the public servant knowingly transacts any business with himself, a member of his immediate family, or a business organization in which the public servant or an immediate family member has an interest. For purposes of this section, an interest in a business organization shall not include aggregate familial ownership or control of one percent or less of an interest in the capital or equity of the business organization. A public servant shall not be guilty of an offense under this section if the public servant's performance of official functions would not affect the public servant, family member or business organization differently than such performance would affect the public generally, or would not affect the public servant, family member or business organization, as a member of a business, profession, occupation or group, differently than such performance would affect any other member of such business, profession, occupation or group. L.1999,c.440,s.100.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-7.1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-7.1
Life imprisonment without parole
Status: in_force

2. a. Life Imprisonment Without Parole. A person convicted of a crime under any of the following: N.J.S.2C:11-3; subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:11-4; a crime of the first degree under N.J.S.2C:13-1, paragraphs (3) through (6) of subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:14-2; N.J.S.2C:15-1; or section 1 of P.L.1993, c.221 (C.2C:15-2), who has been convicted of two or more crimes that were committed on prior and separate occasions, regardless of the dates of the convictions, under any of the foregoing sections or under any similar statute of the United States, this State, or any other state for a crime that is substantially equivalent to a crime under any of the foregoing sections, shall be sentenced to a term of life imprisonment by the court, with no eligibility for parole. b. Extended Term for Repeat Violent Offenders. A person shall be sentenced to an extended term of imprisonment pursuant to N.J.S.2C:43-7 if: (1) The person is convicted of any of the following crimes: a crime of the second degree under N.J.S.2C:11-4; a crime of the second or third degree under subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:12-1; a crime of the second degree under N.J.S.2C:13-1; a crime under N.J.S.2C:14-3 for aggravated criminal sexual contact under any of the circumstances set forth in paragraphs (3) through (6) of subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:14-2; a crime of the second degree under N.J.S.2C:15-1; a crime of the second degree under N.J.S.2C:18-2; or a crime of the second degree under N.J.S.2C:39-4 for possession of a weapon with the purpose of using it unlawfully against the person of another, and the person has been convicted of any of the foregoing crimes or any of the crimes enumerated in subsection a. of this section or under any similar statute of the United States, this State, or any other state for a crime that is substantially equivalent to a crime enumerated in this subsection or in subsection a. of this section committed on two or more prior and separate occasions regardless of the dates of the convictions; or (2) The person is convicted of a crime enumerated in subsection a. of this section, does not have two or more prior convictions that require sentencing under subsection a. and has two or more prior convictions that would require sentencing under paragraph (1) of this subsection if the person had been convicted of a crime enumerated in paragraph (1). c. The provisions of this section shall not apply unless the prior convictions are for crimes committed on separate occasions and unless the crime for which the defendant is being sentenced was committed either within 10 years of the date of the defendant's last release from confinement for commission of any crime or within 10 years of the date of the commission of the most recent of the crimes for which the defendant has a prior conviction. d. The court shall not impose a sentence of imprisonment pursuant to this section, unless the ground therefor has been established at a hearing after the conviction of the defendant and on written notice to the defendant of the ground proposed. The defendant shall have the right to hear and controvert the evidence against him and to offer evidence upon the issue. Prior convictions shall be defined and proven in accordance with N.J.S.2C:44-4. e. For purposes of this section, a term of life shall mean the natural life of a person sentenced pursuant to this section. Except that a defendant who is at least 70 years of age and who has served at least 35 years in prison pursuant to a sentence imposed under this section shall be released on parole if the full Parole Board determines that the defendant is not a danger to the safety of any other person or the community. L.1995,c.126,s.2; amended 2003, c.48.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:20-7.1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 20 / Section 20-7.1
Fencing.
Status: in_force

7. Fencing. a. Possession of altered property. Any dealer in property who knew or should have known that the identifying features such as serial numbers and permanently affixed labels of property in his possession have been removed or altered without the consent of the manufacturer is guilty of possession of altered property. It is a defense to a prosecution under this subsection that a person lawfully possesses the usual indicia of ownership in addition to mere possession. b. (1) Dealing in stolen property. A person is guilty of dealing in stolen property if he traffics in, or initiates, organizes, plans, finances, directs, manages or supervises trafficking in stolen property, including through the use of an online platform via any electronic device or through a social media site. This paragraph shall not apply to dealing in stolen property consisting of a domestic companion animal, addressed in paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) Dealing in stolen domestic companion animals. A person is guilty of dealing in stolen domestic companion animals if he traffics in, or initiates, organizes, plans, finances, directs, manages or supervises trafficking in stolen property consisting of a domestic companion animal. c. (1) For any violation of this section, other than dealing in stolen domestic companion animals, the value of the property involved in the violation shall be determined by the trier of fact for the purpose of determining the grade of the offense, and the value of the property involved in the violation may be aggregated in determining the grade of the offense where the acts or conduct constituting a violation were committed pursuant to one scheme or course of conduct, whether from the same person or several persons. (2) A violation of this section for dealing in stolen domestic companion animals constitutes a crime of the third degree. d. It is an affirmative defense to a prosecution under this section that the actor: (1) Was unaware that the property or service was that of another; (2) Acted under an honest claim of right to the property or service involved or that he had a right to acquire or dispose of it as he did. e. In addition to the presumptions contained in subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:20-7, the following presumptions are available in the prosecution for a fencing offense: (1) Proof of the purchase or sale of property at a price substantially below its fair market value, unless satisfactorily explained, gives rise to an inference that the person buying or selling the property knew that it had been stolen; (2) Proof of the purchase or sale of property by a dealer in that property, out of the regular course of business, or without the usual indicia of ownership other than mere possession, or the property or the job lot of which it is a part was bought, received, possessed or controlled in broken succession of title, so that it cannot be traced, by appropriate documents, in unbroken succession to the manufacturer, in all cases where the regular course of business reasonably indicates records of purchase, transfer or sale, unless satisfactorily explained, gives rise to an inference that the person buying or selling the property knew that it had been stolen; and (3) Proof that a person buying or selling property of the sort received obtained such property without having ascertained by reasonable inquiry that the person from whom he obtained it had a legal right to possess or control it gives rise to an inference that such person knew that it had been stolen. L.1981, c.167, s.7; amended 2017, c.156; 2025, c.39, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:11-10 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 11 / Section 11-10
Reimbursement for premium charges for Part A of Medicare
Status: in_force

10. Any transferred employee who: a. was a member of a county pension fund or retirement system on December 31, 1994; b. retires from employment as a State judicial employee; c. is eligible for and receives State payment of the premium or periodic charges for health care benefits after retirement; and d. pays the premium charges under Part A and Part B of the federal Medicare program covering the retirant and the retirant's spouse, hall be reimbursed by the State for the premium charges under Part A. L.1994,c.162,s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:41-2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 41 / Section 41-2
Prohibited activities
Status: in_force

a. It shall be unlawful for any person who has received any income derived, directly or indirectly, from a pattern of racketeering activity or through collection of an unlawful debt in which he has participated as a principal within the meaning of N.J.S. 2C:2-6 to use or invest, directly or indirectly, any part of the income, or the proceeds of the income, in acquisition of any interest in, or the establishment or operation of any enterprise which is engaged in or the activities of which affect trade or commerce. A purchase of securities on the open market for purposes of investment, and without the intention of controlling or participating in the control of the issuer or of assisting another to do so, shall not be unlawful under this section, provided that the sum total of the securities of the issuer held by the purchaser, the members of his family, and his or their accomplices in any pattern of racketeering activity or in the collection of an unlawful debt does not amount in the aggregate to 1% of the outstanding securities of any one class, or does not, either in law or in fact, empower the holders thereof to elect one or more directors of the issuer, provided further, that if, in any proceeding involving an alleged investment in violation of this section, it is established that over half of the defendant's aggregate income for a period of 2 or more years immediately preceding the investment was derived from a pattern of racketeering activity, a rebuttable presumption shall arise that the investment included income derived from a pattern of racketeering activity. b. It shall be unlawful for any person through a pattern of racketeering activity or through collection of an unlawful debt to acquire or maintain, directly or indirectly, any interest in or control of any enterprise which is engaged in or activities of which affect trade or commerce. c. It shall be unlawful for any person employed by or associated with any enterprise engaged in or activities of which affect trade or commerce to conduct or participate, directly or indirectly, in the conduct of the enterprise's affairs through a pattern of racketeering activity or collection of unlawful debt. d. It shall be unlawful for any person to conspire as defined by N.J.S. 2C:5-2, to violate any of the provisions of this section. L.1981, c. 167, s. 2, eff. June 15, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:12-19 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 12 / Section 12-19
Authority of municipal court judge prior to indictment; notice to county prosecutor
Status: in_force

2B:12-19. Authority of municipal court judge prior to indictment; notice to county prosecutor. a. A municipal court has authority to conduct proceedings in a criminal case within its territorial jurisdiction prior to indictment subject to the Rules of Court. b. A municipal court shall not discharge a person charged with an indictable offense without first giving the county prosecutor notice and an opportunity to be heard in the case. Source: N.J.S.2A:8-23. L.1993,c.293,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-61.38 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-61.38
Rules and regulations
Status: in_force

The Department of Community Affairs is authorized to adopt such rules and regulations as may be necessary to implement the provisions of this amendatory and supplementary act. L.1981, c. 226, s. 19, eff. July 27, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-61.52 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-61.52
Costs of conversion no basis for rent increases
Status: in_force

13. a. In the case of a municipality subject to the provisions of this act that does not have a rent control ordinance in effect, no evidence of increased costs that are solely the result of the conversion, including but not limited to any increase in financing or carrying costs, and do not add services or amenities not previously provided shall be used as a basis to establish the reasonableness of a rent increase under subsection f. of section 2 of P.L.1974, c.49 (C.2A:18-61.1). b. In the case of a municipality subject to the provisions of this act that has a rent control ordinance in effect, a rent increase for a qualified tenant with a protected tenancy status, or for any tenant to whom notice of termination pursuant to subsection g. of section 3 of P.L.1974, c.49 (C.2A:18-61.2) has been given, shall not exceed the increase authorized by the ordinance for rent-controlled units. Increased costs that are solely the result of a conversion, including but not limited to any increase in financing or carrying costs, and do not add services or amenities not previously provided shall not be used as a basis for an increase in a fair-return or hardship hearing before a municipal rent board or on any appeal from such determination. L.1991,c.509,s.13.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:48-5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 48 / Section 48-5
Action against persons participating in mob or riot
Status: in_force

Nothing in this article shall be construed to prevent a person whose property has been destroyed or injured by a mob or riot from maintaining an action against each and every person engaged or in any manner participating in the mob or riot.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23D-14 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23D / Section 23D-14
Waiver of privilege.
Status: in_force

14. a. A privilege under section 13 of P.L.2014, c.50 (C.2A:23D-13) may be waived in a record or orally during a proceeding if it is expressly waived by both parties and, in the case of the privilege of a nonparty participant, it is also expressly waived by the nonparty participant. b. A person who discloses or makes a representation about a family collaborative law communication that prejudices another person in a proceeding is precluded from asserting a privilege under section 13 of P.L.2014, c.50 (C.2A:23D-13), but this preclusion applies only to the extent necessary for the person prejudiced to respond to the disclosure or representation. L.2014, c.50, s.14.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:20-10 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 20 / Section 20-10
Grounds for excuse from jury service.
Status: in_force

2B:20-10. An excuse from jury service shall be granted only if: a. The prospective juror is 75 years of age or older; b. The prospective juror has served as a juror within the last three years in the county to which the juror is being summoned; c. Jury service will impose a severe hardship due to circumstances which are not likely to change within the following year. Severe hardship includes the following circumstances: (1) The prospective juror has a medical inability to serve which is verified by a licensed physician. (2) The prospective juror will suffer a severe financial hardship which will compromise the juror's ability to support himself, herself, or dependents. In determining whether to excuse the prospective juror, the Assignment Judge shall consider: (a) the sources of the prospective juror's household income; and (b) the availability and extent of income reimbursement; and (c) the expected length of service. (3) The prospective juror has a personal obligation to care for another, including: (a) a dependent who is sick, is elderly, or has an infirmity or a minor child, who requires the prospective juror's personal care and attention, and no alternative care is available without severe financial hardship on the prospective juror or the person requiring care; or (b) a child who is one year of age or younger where the prospective juror is the child's mother and is nursing or expressing milk for the child. (4) The prospective juror provides highly specialized technical health care services for which replacement cannot reasonably be obtained. (5) The prospective juror is a health care worker directly involved in the care of a person with a mental or physical disability, and the prospective juror's continued presence is essential to the personal treatment of that person. (6) The prospective juror is a member of the full-time instructional staff of a grammar school or high school, the scheduled jury service is during the school term, and a replacement cannot reasonably be obtained. In determining whether to excuse the prospective juror or grant a deferral of service, the Assignment Judge shall consider: (a) the impact on the school considering the number and function of teachers called for jury service during the current academic year; and (b) the special role of certified special education teachers in providing continuity of instruction to students with disabilities; d. The prospective juror is a member of a volunteer fire department or fire patrol; or e. The prospective juror is a volunteer member of a first aid or rescue squad. Amended 2017, c.131, s.3; 2025, c.43.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-10.9 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-10.9
Effective date
Status: in_force

This act shall take effect immediately. L.1957, c. 110, p. 215, s. 4. Amended by L.1958, c. 90, p. 534, s. 2; L.1959, c. 27, p. 118, s. 2, eff. May 11, 1959.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:33-14 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 33 / Section 33-14
Officers aiding in execution; fees.
Status: in_force

All sheriffs and constables shall aid in the execution of the provisions of this chapter, and for such services they, and the appraisers therein mentioned, shall be entitled to the fees provided for in Title 22, Fees and Costs, of the Revised Statutes.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:62-18 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 62 / Section 62-18
Jury trial; issues; adjudication by court
Status: in_force

Upon the application of either party, a jury trial shall be directed to try the validity of the claims made to the estate or interest, or to settle the facts, or any specified portion of the facts upon which the same depends. When such jury trial is not requested, or as to the facts for which the same is not requested, the court shall proceed to inquire into and determine such claims, interest and estate, and shall, upon the verdict, or upon such inquiry and determination, finally settle and adjudge whether the defendant has any estate, interest or right in or encumbrance upon said estate in remainder in said lands or remainder interest in said personalty, or any part thereof, and what the same is and in or upon what part of said lands or personalty the same exists.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:25-31 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 25 / Section 25-31
Contempt, law enforcement procedures.
Status: in_force

15. Where a law enforcement officer finds that there is probable cause that a defendant has committed contempt of an order entered pursuant to the provisions of P.L.1981, c.426 (C.2C:25-1 et seq.) or P.L.1991, c.261 (C.2C:25-17 et seq.), the defendant shall be arrested and taken into custody by a law enforcement officer. The law enforcement officer shall follow these procedures: The law enforcement officer shall transport the defendant to the police station or such other place as the law enforcement officer shall determine is proper. The law enforcement officer shall: a. Conduct a search of the domestic violence central registry and sign a complaint concerning the incident which gave rise to the contempt charge; b. Telephone or communicate in person or by facsimile with the appropriate judge assigned pursuant to this act and request bail be set on the contempt charge; c. If the defendant is unable to meet the bail set, take the necessary steps to insure that the defendant shall be incarcerated at police headquarters or at the county jail; and d. During regular court hours, the defendant shall have bail set by a Superior Court judge that day. On weekends, holidays and other times when the court is closed, the officer shall arrange to have the clerk of the Family Part notified on the next working day of the new complaint, the amount of bail, the defendant's whereabouts and all other necessary details. In addition, if a municipal court judge set the bail, the arresting officer shall notify the clerk of that municipal court of this information. L.1991,c.261,s.15; amended 1994, c.94, s.7; 1999, c.421, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:56-27 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 56 / Section 56-27
Real estate subject to inchoate dower or curtesy; sale; compensation
Status: in_force

In an action for partition of real estate, if a sale is ordered, all inchoate rights of dower or curtesy in the real estate may be sold by order of the court and when so sold such rights shall be forever barred. If the person entitled to the right of dower or curtesy signifies her or his consent thereto in writing, acknowledged as deeds of real estate are required to be acknowledged, the proceeds of the sale of any share subject to such right shall be paid over as though no such right existed. If the tenant in fee and his wife or her husband, as the case may be, entitled to the inchoate rights, shall execute a full release and discharge duly acknowledged, the court may direct payment to them of the portion of the proceeds that would otherwise be invested in the manner hereinafter provided. However, where the share or interest of the tenant in fee has been sold by judgment or otherwise or become subject to a valid lien a payment shall not be so made unless all such parties in interest join in the release and discharge. If no such consent is executed, the court shall direct that one-half of the net proceeds of the sale of each share subject to such right, or such other proportion in accordance with the law existing at the time the right of dower or curtesy became vested, be invested and the income thereof be paid during the lifetime of the tenant in fee of each such share, to such tenant or to any persons having liens thereon, and upon the death of the tenant in fee, to the person entitled to dower or curtesy therein during her or his lifetime. Upon the death of the dower or curtesy holder such court shall direct that the principal of the fund be paid to the heirs at law of the tenant in fee or to the parties holding liens upon such share or shares at the time of the sale thereof and remaining unsatisfied at the death of the dower or curtesy holder, or to such other persons, as equity may require.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:46-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 46 / Section 46-3
Effect of concealment
Status: in_force

Any secured creditor who with intent to evade the provisions of this chapter fails to disclose the existence of the security shall not be entitled to receive or retain dividends out of the general assets, unless he thereafter releases or surrenders to the liquidator the security which he has failed to disclose, or unless he procures such release or surrender if the security is in the possession of an indorser, surety, or other person secondarily liable for the insolvent debtor.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-2
Sentence in accordance with code; authorized dispositions.
Status: in_force

2C:43-2. a. Except as otherwise provided by this code, all persons convicted of an offense or offenses shall be sentenced in accordance with this chapter. b. Except as provided in subsection a. of this section and subject to the applicable provisions of the code, the court may suspend the imposition of sentence on a person who has been convicted of an offense, or may sentence him as follows: (1) To pay a fine or make restitution authorized by N.J.S.2C:43-3 or P.L.1997, c.253 (C.2C:43-3.4 et al.); or (2) Except as provided in subsection g. of this section, to be placed on probation and, in the case of a person convicted of a crime, to imprisonment for a term fixed by the court not exceeding 364 days to be served as a condition of probation, or in the case of a person convicted of a disorderly persons offense, to imprisonment for a term fixed by the court not exceeding 90 days to be served as a condition of probation; or (3) To imprisonment for a term authorized by sections 2C:11-3, 2C:43-5, 2C:43-6, 2C:43-7, and 2C:43-8 or 2C:44-5; or (4) To pay a fine, make restitution and probation, or fine, restitution and imprisonment; or (5) To release under supervision in the community or to require the performance of community-related service; or (6) To a halfway house or other residential facility in the community, including agencies which are not operated by the Department of Human Services; or (7) To imprisonment at night or on weekends with liberty to work or to participate in training or educational programs. c. Instead of or in addition to any disposition made according to this section, the court may postpone, suspend, or revoke for a period not to exceed two years the driver's license, registration certificate, or both of any person convicted of a crime, disorderly persons offense, or petty disorderly persons offense in the course of which a motor vehicle was used. In imposing this disposition and in deciding the duration of the postponement, suspension, or revocation, the court shall consider the circumstances of the violation, and whether the loss of driving privileges will result in extreme hardship and alternative means of transportation are not readily available. Any postponement, suspension, or revocation shall be imposed consecutively with any custodial sentence. d. This chapter does not deprive the court of any authority conferred by law to decree a forfeiture of property, suspend or cancel a license, remove a person from office, or impose any other civil penalty. Such a judgment or order may be included in the sentence. e. The court shall state on the record the reasons for imposing the sentence, including its findings pursuant to the criteria for withholding or imposing imprisonment or fines under sections 2C:44-1 to 2C:44-3, where imprisonment is imposed, consideration of the defendant's eligibility for release under the law governing parole and the factual basis supporting its findings of particular aggravating or mitigating factors affecting sentence. f. The court shall explain the parole laws as they apply to the sentence and shall state: (1) the approximate period of time in years and months the defendant will serve in custody before parole eligibility; (2) the jail credits or the amount of time the defendant has already served; (3) that the defendant may be entitled to good time and work credits; and (4) that the defendant may be eligible for participation in the Intensive Supervision Program. g. Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (2) of subsection b. of this section, a court imposing sentence on a defendant who has been convicted of any offense enumerated in subsection a. of section 2 of P.L.1994, c.130 (C.2C:43-6.4) may not sentence the defendant to be placed on probation. amended 1979, c.178, s.82; 1981, c.269, s.2; 1983, c.124, s.1; 1987, c.106, s.9; 1994, c.155; 1997, c.253, s.1; 2003, c.267, s.5; 2019, c.276, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:5A-5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 5A / Section 5A-5
Responsibilities of deputy clerk
Status: in_force

The deputy clerk of the Superior Court in each county shall be responsible to the assignment judge and trial court administrator for the management and budget of all case processing responsibilities for the Civil Division, General Equity Division and Special Civil Part and whatever other responsibilities may be assigned to the position of deputy clerk. L.1989, c.296, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:16-31 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 16 / Section 16-31
Fees and costs
Status: in_force

The fees and costs allowed by law for services rendered under this article shall be a part of the amount due on the judgments or orders therein involved.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:40A-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 40A / Section 40A-3
Inapplicability of act to railroads, and state and state agencies
Status: in_force

This act shall not apply to a covenant, promise or agreement made directly with a railroad relative to construction, alteration, repair, maintenance or access upon, under or across the right of way of an operating railroad. This act shall not apply to any contract, agreement, understanding or purchase order to which the State of New Jersey or any of its departments, agencies, or authorities is a party. L.1981, c. 317, s. 3, eff. Dec. 3, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:34-82 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 34 / Section 34-82
Expedited enforcement of child custody determination.
Status: in_force

30. Expedited Enforcement of Child Custody Determination. a. A petition under this article shall be verified. Certified copies of all orders sought to be enforced and of the order confirming registration, if any, shall be attached to the petition. A copy of a certified copy of an order may be attached instead of the original. b. A petition for enforcement of a child custody determination shall state: (1) whether the court that issued the determination identified the jurisdictional basis it relied upon in exercising jurisdiction and, if so, what the basis was; (2) whether the determination for which enforcement is sought has been vacated, stayed, or modified by a court whose decision must be enforced under this act and, if so, identify the court, the case number, and the nature of the proceeding; (3) whether any proceeding has been commenced that could affect the current proceeding, including proceedings relating to domestic violence, protective orders, termination of parental rights, and adoptions and, if so, identify the court and the case number and the nature of the proceeding; (4) the present physical address of the child and the respondent, if known; and (5) whether relief in addition to the immediate physical custody of the child and attorney's fees is sought, including a request for assistance from law enforcement officials and, if so, the relief sought: and (6) if the child custody determination has been registered and confirmed under section 27 of this act, the date and place of registration. c. Upon the filing of a petition, the court shall issue an order directing the respondent to appear in person with or without the child at a hearing and may enter any orders necessary to ensure the safety of the parties and the child. The hearing shall be held on the next judicial day following service of process unless that date is impossible. In that event, the court shall hold the hearing on the first day possible. The court may extend the date of hearing at the request of the petitioner. d. An order issued under subsection c. of this section shall state the time and place of the hearing and advise the respondent that at the hearing the court will order that the petitioner may take immediate physical custody of the child and the payment of fees, costs, and expenses under section 34 of this act, and may schedule a hearing to determine whether further relief is appropriate, unless the respondent appears and establishes that: (1) the child custody determination has not been registered and confirmed under section 27 of this act, and that (a) the issuing court did not have jurisdiction under article 2 of this act; (b) the child custody determination for which enforcement is sought has been vacated, stayed, or modified by a court of a state having jurisdiction to do so under article 2 of this act; or (c) the respondent was entitled to notice, but notice was not given in accordance with the standards of section 8 in the proceedings before the court that issued the order for which enforcement is sought; or (2) the child custody determination for which enforcement is sought was registered and confirmed under section 27 of this act, but has been vacated, stayed or modified by a court of a state having jurisdiction to do so under article 2 of this act or federal law. L.2004,c.147,s.30.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-11.1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-11.1
Counterfeit drugs, medical devices; degree of crime; definitions.
Status: in_force

1. a. A person who knowingly creates, distributes, dispenses. administers, installs, implants, possesses, or has under the person's control with intent to distribute a counterfeit drug or medical device, adulterated drug or medical device, or misbranded drug or medical device: (1) in an amount of four or fewer dosage units; one container or labeling of a counterfeit drug, adulterated drug, or misbranded drug is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree; (2) in an amount of at least five but fewer than 100 dosage units; at least two but fewer than five containers or labelings of a counterfeit drug, adulterated drug, or misbranded drug; or one counterfeit medical device, adulterated medical device, or misbranded medical device is guilty of a crime of the third degree; and (3) in an amount of 100 or more dosage units; five or more containers or labelings of a counterfeit drug, adulterated drug, or misbranded drug; or two or more counterfeit medical devices, adulterated medical devices, or misbranded medical devices is guilty of a crime of the second degree. b. In addition to penalties that may be imposed under subsection a. of this section or N.J.S.2C:35-15, a violation of this section shall be punishable by a penalty of not less than $1,000 and not more than $10,000 for each violation c. Notwithstanding the definitions set forth in N.J.S.2C:35-2, as used in this section: "Adulterated" means a drug or medical device that is adulterated pursuant to R.S.24:5-10. "Container" means vial, bottle, can, jar, tube, package, or any other receptacle. "Counterfeit" means a drug or medical device or the container or labeling of a drug or medical device that, without authorization, bears the trademark, trade name, or other identifying mark, imprint, or device or any likeness thereof of a drug or medical device manufacturer, processor, packer, or distributor other than the person who in fact manufactured, processed, packed, or distributed the medical device and that falsely purports or is represented to be the product of, or to have been packed or distributed by, the drug or medical device manufacturer, processor, packer, or distributor whose trademark, trade name, or other identifying mark, imprint, or device or likeness thereof appears on the drug or medical device or its container or labeling. "Drug" means any medication approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration. "Label" means a display of written, printed, or graphic matter upon the immediate container of any drug. "Labeling" means all labels and other written, printed or graphic matter (1) upon a drug or any of its containers or wrappers, or (2) accompanying such drug or container. "Medical device" means any device approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration. "Misbranded" means a drug or medical device with respect to which the label is: false or misleading in any particular; does not bear the name and address of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor and does not have an accurate statement of the quantities of the active ingredients; or does not show an accurate monograph for legend drugs; or is misbranded based upon other considerations as provided in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. s.301 et seq. L.2019, c.339, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:7-1 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 7 / Section 7-1
Findings, declarations
Status: in_force

1. The Legislature finds and declares: a. The danger of recidivism posed by sex offenders and offenders who commit other predatory acts against children, and the dangers posed by persons who prey on others as a result of mental illness, require a system of registration that will permit law enforcement officials to identify and alert the public when necessary for the public safety. b. A system of registration of sex offenders and offenders who commit other predatory acts against children will provide law enforcement with additional information critical to preventing and promptly resolving incidents involving sexual abuse and missing persons. L.1994,c.133,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44A-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44A / Section 44A-7
Serving of lien claim by claimant.
Status: in_force

7. a. Within 10 days following the lodging for record of a lien claim, the claimant shall serve on the owner, or community association in accordance with section 3 of P.L.1993, c.318 (C.2A:44A-3), and, if any, the contractor and subcontractor against whom the claim is asserted, a copy of the completed and signed lien claim substantially in the form prescribed by section 8 of P.L.1993, c.318 (C.2A:44A-8) and marked "received for filing" or a similar stamp with a date and time or other mark indicating the date and time received by the county clerk. Service shall be by personal service as prescribed by the Rules of Court adopted by the Supreme Court of New Jersey or by: (1) simultaneous registered or certified mail or commercial courier whose regular business is delivery service; and (2) ordinary mail addressed to the last known business or residence address of the owner or community association, contractor or subcontractor. A lien claim served upon a community association need not be served upon individual "unit owners" as defined in section 3 of P.L.1993, c.318 (C.2A:44A-3). b. The service of the lien claim provided for in this section shall be a condition precedent to enforcement of the lien; however, the service of the lien claim outside the prescribed time period shall not preclude enforceability unless the party not timely served proves by a preponderance of the evidence that the late service has materially prejudiced its position. Disbursement of funds by the owner, community association, a contractor or a subcontractor who has not been properly served, or the creation or conveyance of an interest in real property by an owner who has not been properly served, shall constitute prima facie evidence of material prejudice. L.1993, c.318, s.7; amended 2010, c.119, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.134 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.134
Continuing jurisdiction to enforce child support order.
Status: in_force

11. Continuing jurisdiction to enforce child support order. a. A tribunal of this State that has issued a child support order consistent with the law of this State may serve as an initiating tribunal to request a tribunal of another state to enforce: (1) the order if the order is the controlling order and has not been modified by a tribunal of another state that assumed jurisdiction pursuant to the "Uniform Interstate Family Support Act," P.L.2016, c.1 (C.2A:14-30.124 et al.); or (2) a money judgment for arrears of support and interest on the order accrued before a determination that an order of a tribunal of another state is the controlling order. b. A tribunal of this State having continuing jurisdiction over a support order may act as a responding tribunal to enforce the order. L.2016, c.1, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-2
Beneficiary in contract suing or defending
Status: in_force

A person for whose benefit a contract is made, either simple or sealed, may sue thereon in any court and may use such contract as a matter of defense in an action against him although the consideration of the contract did not move from him.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:24A-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 24A / Section 24A-3
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this act: a. "Artist" means the creator of a work of fine art; b. "Conservation" means acts taken to correct deterioration and alteration or acts taken to prevent, stop or retard deterioration; c. "Person" means an individual, partnership, corporation, association or other group, however organized; d. "Reproduction" means a copy, in any medium, of a work of fine art that is displayed or published under circumstances which, reasonably construed, evince an intent that it be taken as a representation of a work of fine art as created by the artist; and e. "Work of fine art" means any original work of visual or graphic art in any medium, which includes, but is not limited to, paintings, drawings, prints, and photographic prints or sculptures of a limited edition of no more than 300 copies; provided, however, that a work of fine art shall not include sequential imagery as in motion pictures. L. 1986, c. 97, s. 3, eff. Aug. 27, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:24A-8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 24A / Section 24A-8
Legal, injunctive relief
Status: in_force

a. An artist aggrieved under this act shall have a cause of action for legal and injunctive relief. b. No action may be maintained to enforce any liability under this act unless brought within six years of the violation complained of or two years after the constructive discovery of the violation, whichever is later. L. 1986, c. 97, s. 8, eff. Aug. 27, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:32B-1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 32B / Section 32B-1
Definitions relative to deceptive practices in musical performances.
Status: in_force

1. As used in this act: "Performing group" means a vocal or instrumental group seeking to use the name of another group that has previously released a commercial sound recording under that name. "Recording group" means a vocal or instrumental group, at least one of whose members has previously released a commercial sound recording under that group's name and in which the member or members have a legal right by virtue of use or operation under the group name without having abandoned the name or affiliation with the group. "Sound recording" means a work that results from the fixation on a material object of a series of musical, spoken or other sounds regardless of the nature of the material object, such as a disk, tape or other phono-record, in which the sounds are embodied. L.2007, c.88, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-8
Rights of bona fide purchasers, mortgagees or lienors before notice filed and prior to final judgment
Status: in_force

Unless and until a notice of lis pendens is filed as herein provided, no action, as to which such notice is required, shall, before final judgment entered therein, be taken to be constructive notice to a bona fide purchaser or mortgagee of, or a person acquiring a lien on, the affected real estate.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:158A-15.1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 158A / Section 158A-15.1
Investigation of finances of indigent defendants.
Status: in_force

4. In each county, the Assignment Judge shall designate a judge or court support office who shall make an investigation of the financial status of each defendant requesting the services of the Office of the Public Defender and make a determination whether to grant the request for an appointed attorney. A determination to grant or deny the services of the Public Defender shall be subject to final review by the Assignment Judge or his designated judge. The court, or a designated court support office shall make an investigation of the financial status of each defendant requesting an appointed attorney, which investigation shall include the factors enumerated in section 14 of P.L. 1967, c. 43 (C. 2A:158A-14). The court, in its discretion, may ask for the assistance of the Public Defender in conducting the investigation. The judge or court support office is authorized to obtain information from any public record office of the State or of any subdivision or agency thereof on request and without payment of the fees ordinarily required by law. L.1987,c.170,s.4; amended 1998, c.77, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:170-51.6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 170 / Section 170-51.6
Sales, distribution of certain flavored cigarettes prohibited; definitions; violations, penalties.
Status: in_force

2. a. No person, either directly or indirectly by an agent or employee, or by a vending machine owned by the person or located in the person's establishment, shall sell, offer for sale, distribute for commercial purpose at no cost or minimal cost or with coupons or rebate offers, give or furnish, to a person a cigarette, or any component part thereof, which contains a natural or artificial constituent or additive that causes the cigarette or any smoke emanating from that product to have a characterizing flavor other than tobacco, clove or menthol. In no event shall a cigarette or any component part thereof be construed to have a characterizing flavor based solely on the use of additives or flavorings, or the provision of an ingredient list made available by any means. As used in this section: (1) "characterizing flavor other than tobacco, clove or menthol" means that: the cigarette, or any smoke emanating from that product, imparts a distinguishable flavor, taste or aroma other than tobacco, clove or menthol prior to or during consumption, including, but not limited to, any fruit, chocolate, vanilla, honey, candy, cocoa, dessert, alcoholic beverage, herb or spice flavoring; or the cigarette or any component part thereof is advertised or marketed as having or producing any such flavor, taste or aroma; (2) "cigarette" means (a) any roll of tobacco wrapped in paper or in any substance not containing tobacco, and (b) any roll of tobacco wrapped in any substance containing tobacco which, because of its appearance, the type of tobacco used in the filler, or its packaging and labeling, is likely to be offered to, or purchased by, consumers as a cigarette as described in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph (2); and (3) "component part thereof" includes, but is not limited to, the tobacco, paper, roll or filter, or any other matter or substance which can be smoked. b. A person who violates the provisions of subsection a. of this section shall be liable to a civil penalty of not less than $250 for the first violation, not less than $500 for the second violation, and $1,000 for the third and each subsequent violation. The civil penalty shall be collected pursuant to the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999," P.L.1999, c.274 (C.2A:58-10 et seq.), in a summary proceeding before the municipal court having jurisdiction. An official authorized by statute or ordinance to enforce the State or local health codes or a law enforcement officer having enforcement authority in that municipality may issue a summons for a violation of the provisions of subsection a. of this section, and may serve and execute all process with respect to the enforcement of this section consistent with the Rules of Court. A penalty recovered under the provisions of this subsection shall be recovered by and in the name of the State by the local health agency. The penalty shall be paid into the treasury of the municipality in which the violation occurred for the general uses of the municipality. c. In addition to the provisions of subsection b. of this section, upon the recommendation of the municipality, following a hearing by the municipality, the Division of Taxation in the Department of the Treasury may suspend or, after a second or subsequent violation of the provisions of subsection a. of this section, revoke the license of a retail dealer issued under section 202 of P.L.1948, c.65 (C.54:40A-4). The licensee shall be subject to administrative charges, based on a schedule issued by the Director of the Division of Taxation, which may provide for a monetary penalty in lieu of a suspension. L.2008, c.91, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-19 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-19
Wrongful credit practices and related offenses.
Status: in_force

2C:21-19. Wrongful Credit Practices and Related Offenses. a. Criminal usury. A person is guilty of criminal usury when not being authorized or permitted by law to do so, he: (1) Loans or agrees to loan, directly or indirectly, any money or other property at a rate exceeding the maximum rate permitted by law; or (2) Takes, agrees to take, or receives any money or other property as interest on the loan or on the forbearance of any money or other interest in excess of the maximum rate permitted by law. For the purposes of this section and notwithstanding any law of this State which permits as a maximum interest rate a rate or rates agreed to by the parties of the transaction, any loan or forbearance with an interest rate which exceeds 30% per annum shall not be a rate authorized or permitted by law, except if the loan or forbearance is made to a corporation, limited liability company or limited liability partnership any rate not in excess of 50% per annum shall be a rate authorized or permitted by law. Criminal usury is a crime of the second degree if the rate of interest on any loan made to any person exceeds 50% per annum or the equivalent rate for a longer or shorter period. It is a crime of the third degree if the interest rate on any loan made to any person except a corporation, limited liability company or limited liability partnership does not exceed 50% per annum but the amount of the loan or forbearance exceeds $1,000.00. Otherwise, making a loan to any person in violation of subsections a.(1) and a.(2) of this section is a disorderly persons offense. b. Business of criminal usury. Any person who knowingly engages in the business of making loans or forbearances in violation of subsection a. of this section is guilty of a crime of the second degree and, notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S. 2C:43-3, shall be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000.00 and any other appropriate disposition authorized by N.J.S. 2C:43-2b. c. Possession of usurious loan records. A person is guilty of a crime of the third degree when, with knowledge of the nature thereof, he possesses any writing, paper instrument or article used to record criminally usurious transactions prohibited by subsection a. of this section. d. Unlawful collection practices. A person is guilty of a disorderly persons offense when, with purpose to enforce a claim or judgment for money or property, he sends, mails or delivers to another person a notice, document or other instrument which has no judicial or official sanction and which in its format or appearance simulates a summons, complaint, court order or process or an insignia, seal or printed form of a federal, State or local government or an instrumentality thereof, or is otherwise calculated to induce a belief that such notice, document or instrument has a judicial or official sanction. e. Making a false statement of credit terms. A person is guilty of a disorderly persons offense when he understates or fails to state the interest rate, or makes a false or inaccurate or incomplete statement of any other credit terms. f. Debt adjusters. Any person who shall act or offer to act as a debt adjuster without a license as required by P.L.1979, c.16 (C.17:16G-1 et seq.), unless exempt from licensure pursuant to that act, shall be guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. Amended 1979, c.178, s.42; 1981, c.104, s.1; 1981, c.290, s.25; 1986, c.184, s.6; 1997, c.426, s.2; 2009, c.173, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:62A-11 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 62A / Section 62A-11
Certificate
Status: in_force

Any person taking a specimen pursuant to section 1 of this act shall, upon request, furnish to any law enforcement agency a certificate stating that the specimen was taken pursuant to section 1 of this act and in a medically acceptable manner. The certificate shall be signed under oath before a notary public or other person empowered to take oaths and shall be admissible in any proceeding as evidence of the statements contained therein. L. 1986, c. 189, s. 2, eff. Dec. 17, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:62A-12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 62A / Section 62A-12
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this act: a. "Association" means the entity responsible for the administration of a common interest community in which 75% or more units have been conveyed to unit owners other than the developer pursuant to subsection a. of section 2 of P.L. 1979, c. 157 (C. 46:8B-12.1), which association may be incorporated or unincorporated. b. "Bylaws" mean the governing regulations adopted by a common interest community for the administration and management of the property. c. "Common interest community" means real estate with respect to which a person, by virtue of his ownership of a unit, is obligated to pay for real estate taxes, insurance premiums, maintenance or improvement of other real estate described in the declaration. Ownership of a unit does not include holding a leasehold interest of less than 20 years in a unit, including renewal options. Common interest communities shall include, but not be limited to, condominiums and cooperatives. d. "Declaration" means any instrument, however denominated, which creates a common interest community, including any amendment to that instrument. e. "Bodily injury" means death or bodily injury to a person. f. "Qualified common interest community" means a common interest community which is (1) residential and (2) contains at least four units. g. "Unit" means a physical part of a common interest community designated for separate ownership or occupancy. h. "Unit owner" means the person owning a unit or that person's spouse. L. 1989, c. 9, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:56-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 56 / Section 56-3
Division of part of real estate and sale of residue
Status: in_force

In any action for partition in the superior court, part of the real estate included in the application may be divided and the remainder sold when it appears by the report of the commissioner or commissioners, which shall designate the lands to be divided and those to be sold, and by other satisfactory evidence that the whole of the real estate cannot be divided among the owners and proprietors without great prejudice to their interest.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:52-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 52 / Section 52-4
Correction of record of birth or marriage
Status: in_force

Upon the receipt of either of the following documents: a. A certified copy of a judgment permitting a change of name; or b. A certification issued in connection with a naturalization proceeding authorized by Act of Congress that a change of name was permitted by decree or order of a court vested with jurisdiction to naturalize persons as citizens of the United States; together with a request for correction of an existing record of the birth or marriage of the individual, the State Registrar of Vital Statistics or local registrar of vital statistics shall adjust the record or records to show the new name and the date and manner by which obtained. When the request and such copy or certification are received by a local registrar, he shall forward them to the State Registrar after having adjusted his local record. In the event the name of any child or children shall be permitted to be changed in the naturalization proceedings of the parent of such child or children, the certification of the parent's naturalization record or proceedings disclosing such change of name of such child or children shall be sufficient authority for the State Registrar of Vital Statistics or the local registrar, as the case may be, upon request, to correct the birth certificate or marriage certificate of such child or children in the same manner as provided for the correction of the parent's birth certificate or marriage certificate. The fee to be paid a local registrar or the State Registrar for each birth certificate or for each marriage certificate so corrected shall be $2.00. Any certified copy of a record changed as provided for in this chapter shall show the name at birth or marriage and the new name and date and manner by which obtained, but upon request shall show only the new name. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended by L.1955, c. 249, p. 927, s. 1; L.1958, c. 81, p. 521, s. 1, eff. June 24, 1958; L.1983, c. 275, s. 1, eff. July 18, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-57 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-57
Definitions.
Status: in_force

As used in this article: "Apparel" includes the tackle and furniture of a vessel. "Owner" includes a master, agent, consignee or commander of a vessel. "Vessel" includes all ships, steamboats or other craft.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:1-6 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 1 / Section 1-6
"Court Technology Improvement Fund"
Status: in_force

33. Revenue derived from the increase in fees collected by the Judiciary pursuant to sections 25 through 32 of P.L.2002, c.34 (N.J.S.22A:2-1 et al.) and related increases provided by operation of N.J.S.22A:2-5 and section 2 of P.L.1993, c.74 (C.22A:5-1), shall be deposited into a non-lapsing "Court Technology Improvement Fund," which is hereby established as a dedicated fund in the General Fund. The fund shall be administered by the Administrative Office of the Courts and dedicated to the development, establishment, operation and maintenance of computerized court information systems in the Judiciary. L.2002,c.34,s.33.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:158A-24 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 158A / Section 158A-24
Juvenile delinquent or juvenile in need of supervision; legal representation
Status: in_force

Except as hereinafter provided, the Public Defender shall in the manner prescribed by P.L.1967, c. 43 (C. 2A:158A-1 et seq.) provide for the legal representation of any person who is charged as a juvenile delinquent or as a juvenile in need of supervision and where in the opinion of the juvenile judge the prosecution of the complaint may result in the institutional commitment of such person. L.1968, c. 371, s. 3. Amended by L.1974, c. 33, s. 1, eff. May 31, 1974.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:67-33 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 67 / Section 67-33
Eluding writ by removing or transferring prisoner to other custody; misdemeanor
Status: in_force

Any person having in his custody or under his power any party for whose relief a writ of habeas corpus shall have been duly issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter and who with intent to elude the service of such writ or to avoid the effect thereof shall transfer the prisoner to the custody or place him under the power or control of another or conceal him or change the place of his confinement or who shall knowingly aid or assist therein, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:4-3 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 4 / Section 4-3
Requirement of notice
Status: in_force

a. If a defendant intends to claim insanity pursuant to section 2C:4-1 or the absence of a requisite state of mind pursuant to section 2C:4-2, he shall serve notice of such intention upon the prosecuting attorney in accordance with the Rules of Court. b. When a defendant is acquitted on the ground of insanity, the verdict and judgment shall so state. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:4-3, eff. Sept. 1, 1979. Amended by L.1979, c. 178, s. 12, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:170-51.5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 170 / Section 170-51.5
Findings, declarations relative to flavored cigarettes.
Status: in_force

1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. There has been a proliferation of flavored cigarettes in recent years, and many of these products have fruit, chocolate or other flavors that are particularly attractive to children; b. According to public health experts, the existence of these products increases the incidence of tobacco use among children; c. The earlier a person begins using tobacco, the more likely the person will become addicted to tobacco products and continue to smoke throughout that person's life; d. As a result, flavored cigarettes lead to increased tobacco use and addiction, higher health care costs, and a greater incidence of smoking-related illness and death; and e. Therefore, flavored cigarettes pose a significant threat to the health of the general public, and the protection of the public health warrants that the sale and distribution of these products be prohibited in this State. L.2008, c.91, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-31 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-31
Reference to exercise of privileges
Status: in_force

Rule 39. If a privilege is exercised not to testify or to prevent another from testifying, either in the action or with respect to particular matters, or to refuse to disclose or to prevent another from disclosing any matter, the judge and counsel may not comment thereon, no presumption shall arise with respect to the exercise of the privilege, and the trier of fact may not draw any adverse inference therefrom. In those jury cases wherein the right to exercise a privilege, as herein provided, may be misunderstood and unfavorable inferences drawn by the trier of the fact, or be impaired in the particular case, the court, at the request of the party exercising the privilege, may instruct the jury in support of such privilege. L.1960, c. 52, p. 460, s. 31, eff. July 1, 1960. Amended Sept. 14, 1979, eff. July 1, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23D-12 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23D / Section 23D-12
Confidentiality.
Status: in_force

12. A family collaborative law communication is confidential to the extent agreed to by the parties in a signed record or as provided by law. L.2014, c.50, s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23-5 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23 / Section 23-5
Violations of chapter, misdemeanor; fine or imprisonment
Status: in_force

Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, which shall be punishable by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-161 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-161
Notice of sale
Status: in_force

Notice of the sale authorized by section 2A:44-160 of this title shall be published for 2 consecutive weeks, at least once in each week, preceding the day of sale in a newspaper published in the county in which the property is located. Notice of sale shall also be posted in 5 or more public places in the county, one at least being in the municipality where the property is located, within 15 days but not less than 5 days, before the sale. A copy of the notice shall be mailed to the owner of the property, if known, at least 5 days before the day of the sale, at his last known post-office address.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:35-3 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 35 / Section 35-3
Allowances for improvements; limitations
Status: in_force

Where permanent improvements have been made on the premises in good faith, under circumstances entitling the defendant to have the value thereof allowed to him, the court may allow the same to be set off against the damages of the plaintiff, but only to the extent of such damages.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:16-45 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 16 / Section 16-45
Court order of satisfaction; moneys paid into court in satisfaction
Status: in_force

When a judgment is satisfied or the court in which a judgment is rendered or finally docketed allows moneys to be paid into court in satisfaction of a judgment, the court may direct the clerk to enter satisfaction on the record. Any such payment into court shall not affect the right of any party to appeal or to apply for relief from the judgment or for a new trial. When moneys are paid into court in satisfaction of a judgment or order, any interest in the judgment or order, or claim thereon, including the lien for costs and compensation, if any, of the attorney for the party recovering the judgment or order, shall be transferred to the moneys paid into court.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:32C-10 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 32C / Section 32C-10
Disclosure of information by employee, employee protections.
Status: in_force

10. a. No employer shall make, adopt, or enforce any rule, regulation, or policy preventing an employee, contractor, or agent from disclosing information to a State or law enforcement agency or from acting to further a false claims action, including investigating, initiating, testifying, or assisting in an action filed or to be filed under this act. b. Any employee, contractor, or agent shall be entitled to all relief necessary to make that employee, contractor, or agent whole, if that employee, contractor, or agent is discharged, demoted, suspended, threatened, harassed, or in any other manner discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment because of lawful acts done by the employee, contractor, agent, or associated others in furtherance of an action under this act, or in other efforts to stop one or more violations of this act. c. Relief under subsection b. of this section shall include reinstatement with the same seniority status such employee, contractor, or agent would have had but for the discrimination, two times the amount of back pay, interest on the back pay, compensation for any special damages sustained as a result of the discrimination, and, where appropriate, punitive damages. In addition, the defendant shall be required to pay litigation costs and reasonable attorney's fees associated with an action brought under this section. An action may be brought in the Superior Court for the relief provided in this subsection. d. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2023, c.73) e. A civil action under this subsection may not be brought more than three years after the date when the retaliation occurred. L.2007, c.265, s.10; amended 2023, c.73, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4A-82 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4A / Section 4A-82
Juvenile-family crisis stabilized
Status: in_force

When the juvenile-family crisis has been stabilized and the juvenile is residing in the home, the crisis intervention unit shall arrange a second interview session with the family as soon as practicable and preferably the day following the initial intervention, for the purpose of monitoring the family situation. The crisis intervention unit may, in appropriate cases, continue to work with the family on a short-term basis in order to stabilize the family situation. L.1982, c. 80, s. 7, eff. Dec. 31, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:33-2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 33 / Section 33-2
Place of impounding chattels
Status: in_force

Chattels distrained or taken by distress, at one time, for any cause whatsoever, shall be impounded together or the distraining party shall be liable in treble damages to the party aggrieved.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:35A-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 35A / Section 35A-7
Determination and adjudication of impact of conduct on environment
Status: in_force

a. In an action brought pursuant to section 4 b. hereof any alleged pollution, impairment or destruction of the environment, or the interest of the public therein, shall be determined, and no conduct shall be authorized or approved which does, or is likely to, have such effect so long as there is a feasible and prudent alternative consistent with the reasonable requirements of the public health, safety and welfare. b. Upon completion of such proceedings in any action brought pursuant to section 4 b. hereof, the court shall adjudicate the impact of the defendant's conduct on the environment and on the interest of the public therein in accordance with this act. In such adjudication the court may order that additional evidence be taken to the extent necessary to protect the rights recognized in this act. L.1974, c. 169, s. 7, eff. Dec. 9, 1974.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-10.17 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-10.17
Warrant for removal; disorderly or destructive residential seasonal tenant
Status: in_force

The provisions of any other law to the contrary notwithstanding, in any action alleging habitual violation of section 2b. of P.L.1974, c. 49 (C. 2A:18-61.1b.), or violation of section 2c. of P.L.1974, c. 49 (C. 2A:18-61.1c.), brought by a landlord against a tenant to recover possession of any furnished unit leased or rented for seasonal use in any premises of five or fewer units, the court having jurisdiction shall issue a warrant for removal within 2 days from judgment for possession. Such a warrant for removal may be stayed only upon consent by the landlord. For the purposes of this act "seasonal use" means use for a term of not more than 125 consecutive days for residential purposes by a person having a permanent place of residence elsewhere. "Seasonal use" does not mean use as living quarters for seasonal, temporary or migrant farm workers in connection with any work or place where work is being performed. The landlord shall have the burden of proving that the use of the unit is seasonal. L.1979, c. 392, s. 2, eff. Feb. 6, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-61 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-61
Trial by jury in Law Division
Status: in_force

2A:18-61. A summary action for the removal of a tenant, commenced in the Special Civil Part but transferred to the Law Division shall be tried before a jury, unless a jury is waived. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.67.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-56.47 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-56.47
Due process, service
Status: in_force

9. All actions taken to suspend or revoke a license in accordance with P.L.1996, c.7 (C.2A:17-56.40 et al.) shall be carried out in full compliance with due process laws and the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey. Service of process shall be made in accordance with applicable New Jersey court rules and statutes. For the purposes of P.L.1996, c.7 (C.2A:17-56.40 et al.), service of process may be effected by an employee of the Probation Division. L.1996,c.7,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:53A-34 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 53A / Section 53A-34
Exhausting appeal before filing action; exception
Status: in_force

5. An individual who brings an action against a carrier or organized delivery system pursuant to subsection a. of section 4 of this act shall be required to exhaust an appeal through the Independent Health Care Appeals Program created pursuant to section 11 of P.L.1997, c.192 (C.26:2S-11) before filing an action, unless serious or significant harm to the covered person has occurred or will imminently occur. L.2001,c.187,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-69 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-69
Execution against survivors on death of some
Status: in_force

If 1 or more of several parties against whom a judgment has passed dies after judgment, execution may issue against such parties as if no death had occurred. The execution shall be operative only against the persons and property of the survivors.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:13-13 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 13 / Section 13-13
Clerk
Status: in_force

2B:13-13. Clerk. The Supreme Court shall appoint to serve at its pleasure a Clerk and a Deputy Clerk of the Tax Court, neither of whom shall be subject to the provisions of Title 11A, Civil Service, of the New Jersey Statutes. L.1993,c.74,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:24-10 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 24 / Section 24-10
Female genital mutilation of females under 18 years of age, third degree crime.
Status: in_force

1. a. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person is guilty of a crime of the third degree if the person: (1) knowingly circumcises, excises, or infibulates, in whole or in part, the labia majora, labia minora, or clitoris of a female under 18 years of age; (2) is a parent, guardian, or has immediate custody or control of a female under 18 years of age and knowingly consents to, or permits the circumcision, excision, or infibulation, in whole or in part of, the labia majora, labia minora, or clitoris of a female under 18 years of age; or (3) knowingly removes or permits the removal of a female under 18 years of age from the State for the purpose of circumcising, excising, or infibulating, in whole or in part, the labia majora, labia minora, or clitoris of the female under 18 years of age. b. The provisions of subsection a. of this section shall not apply if the circumcision, excision, or infibulation is: (1) necessary to the health of the female on whom it is performed and it is performed by a licensed health care professional acting within the scope of the professional's license; or (2) performed on a female in labor or who has just given birth and is performed for medical purposes connected with that labor or birth by a licensed health care professional acting within the scope of the professional's license or by a person in training to become such a licensed health care professional. c. It shall not be a defense to a prosecution under this section that: (1) the person engaging in the conduct prohibited by subsection a. of this section believed that the procedure was necessary or appropriate as a matter of custom, ritual, or standard practice; or (2) the female on whom the circumcision, excision, or infibulation was performed, or the female's parent, guardian, or person who had immediate custody or control over the female, consented to the procedure. L.2013, c.200, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:58-29 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 58 / Section 58-29
Violations considered offense; contempt proceedings.
Status: in_force

10. A violation by the respondent of an order issued pursuant to section 4 or 5 of P.L.2018, c.35 (C.2C:58-23 or C.2C:58-24) shall constitute an offense under subsection e. of N.J.S.2C:29-9 and each order shall so state. All contempt proceedings conducted pursuant to N.J.S.2C:29-9 involving an extreme risk protective order shall be heard by the Superior Court. All contempt proceedings brought pursuant to P.L.2018, c.35 (C.2C:58-20 et al.) shall be made in accordance with the Rules of Court. L.2018, c.35, s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:168-38 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 168 / Section 168-38
Severability and construction.
Status: in_force

13. Article XIII. Severability and Construction. The provisions of this Compact shall be severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence or provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions of the Compact shall be enforceable. The provisions of this Compact shall be liberally constructed to effectuate its purposes. L.2002,c.111,s.13.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-79 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-79
Immunity
Status: in_force

9. Nothing in P.L.1999, c.340 (C.2A:18-72 et al.) shall diminish the right of a landlord of a nonresidential property to use distraint when authorized by law. L.1999,c.340,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:49A-16.11 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 49A / Section 49A-16.11
Recognition of judgment outside of scope of act.
Status: in_force

11. This act shall not prevent the recognition under principles of comity or otherwise of a foreign-country judgment not within the scope of this act. L.2017, c.365, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.162 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.162
Employer's compliance with income withholding order of another state.
Status: in_force

39. Employer's compliance with income withholding order of another state. a. Upon receipt of an income-withholding order, the obligor's employer shall immediately provide a copy of the order to the obligor. b. The employer shall treat an income-withholding order issued in another state which appears regular on its face as if it had been issued by a tribunal of this State. c. Except as otherwise provided in subsection d. of this section and section 40 of this act, the employer shall withhold and distribute the funds as directed in the withholding order by complying with terms of the order which specify: (1) the duration and amount of periodic payments of current child support, stated as a sum certain; (2) the person designated to receive payments and the address to which the payments are to be forwarded; (3) medical support, whether in the form of periodic cash payment, stated as a sum certain, or ordering the obligor to provide health insurance coverage for the child under a policy available through the obligor's employment; (4) the amount of periodic payments of fees and costs for a support enforcement agency, the issuing tribunal, and the obligee's attorney, stated as sums certain; and (5) the amount of periodic payments of arrearages and interest on arrearages, stated as sums certain. d. An employer shall comply with the law of the state of the obligor's principal place of employment for withholding from income with respect to: (1) the employer's fee for processing an income-withholding order; (2) the maximum amount permitted to be withheld from the obligor's income; and (3) the times within which the employer shall implement the withholding order and forward the child support payment. L.2016, c.1, s.39.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:168-28 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 168 / Section 168-28
The compact commission.
Status: in_force

3. Article III. The Compact Commission. a. The compacting states hereby create the "Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervision." The Interstate Commission shall be a body corporate and joint agency of the compacting states. The Interstate Commission shall have all the responsibilities, powers and duties set forth herein, including the power to sue and be sued, and such additional powers as may be conferred upon it by subsequent action of the respective legislatures of the compacting states in accordance with the terms of this compact. b. The Interstate Commission shall consist of Commissioners selected and appointed by resident members of a State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision for each state. In addition to the Commissioners who are the voting representatives of each state, the Interstate Commission shall include individuals who are not commissioners but who are members of interested organizations. Such non-commissioner members shall include a member of the national organizations of governors, legislators, state chief justices, attorneys general and crime victims. All non-commissioner members of the Interstate Commission shall be ex-officio (nonvoting) members. The Interstate Commission may provide in its bylaws for such additional, ex-officio, non-voting members as it deems necessary. c. Each compacting state represented at any meeting of the Interstate Commission is entitled to one vote. A majority of the compacting states shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, unless a larger quorum is required by the bylaws of the Interstate Commission. d. The Interstate Commission shall meet at least once each calendar year. The chairman may call additional meetings and, upon the request of 27 or more compacting states, shall call additional meetings. Public notice shall be given of all meetings and meetings shall be open to the public. e. The Interstate Commission shall establish an Executive Committee which shall include commission officers, members and others as shall be determined by the bylaws. The Executive Committee shall have the power to act on behalf of the Interstate Commission during periods when the Interstate Commission is not in session, with the exception of rulemaking or amendment to the Compact. The Executive Committee shall oversee the day-to-day activities managed by the Executive Director and Interstate Commission staff, administer enforcement and compliance with the provisions of the compact, its bylaws and as directed by the Interstate Commission and perform other duties as directed by Commission or set forth in the bylaws. L.2002,c.111,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:4-30.131 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30.131
Initiating and responding tribunal of state.
Status: in_force

8. Initiating and responding tribunal of state. Under this act, a tribunal of this State may serve as an initiating tribunal to forward proceedings to a tribunal of another state, and as a responding tribunal for proceedings initiated in another state or a foreign country. L.2016, c.1, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-56.65 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-56.65
Transfer of case between local county welfare agency and probation division.
Status: in_force

16. The State IV-D agency and the court may transfer a case between local county welfare agency and Probation Division offices, respectively, without the need for additional filing by the petitioner or service of process upon the respondent to retain jurisdiction over the parties. Notice shall be provided to the parties advising of the transfer. L.1998,c.1,s.16.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-10.4 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-10.4
Toxic chemicals.
Status: in_force

7. Toxic Chemicals a. As used in this section the term "toxic chemical" means any chemical or substance having the property of releasing toxic fumes. "Toxic chemical" includes, but is not limited to, acetone, acetate, benzene, butyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, ethylene dichloride, isopropyl alcohol, methyl alcohol, methyl ethyl ketone, nitrous oxide, pentachlorophenol, petroleum ether, toluol, toluene and any glue, cement, adhesive, paint remover or other substance containing a chemical capable of releasing vapors or fumes causing a condition of intoxication, inebriation, excitement, stupefaction, or dulling of the brain or nervous system. b. A person commits a disorderly persons offense if the person: (1) inhales the fumes of any toxic chemical for the purpose of causing a condition of intoxication; or (2) possesses any toxic chemical for the purpose of causing a condition of intoxication. This subsection shall not apply to the possession and use of nitrous oxide or any material containing nitrous oxide for the purpose of medical, surgical, or dental care by a person duly licensed to administer nitrous oxide. c. A person commits a fourth degree offense if the person sells, or offers to sell, any substance containing a toxic chemical knowing that the intended use of the product is to cause a condition of intoxication, or knowing that the product does not include an additive required by the Commissioner of the State Department of Health and Senior Services to discourage the inhalation of vapors of toxic chemicals for the purpose of causing a condition of intoxication. This subsection does not apply to adhesives manufactured only for industrial application or to the sale of nitrous oxide or any material containing nitrous oxide lawfully distributed pursuant to sections 1 though 6 of P.L.1982, c.127 (C.24:6G-1 et seq.). L.1999,c.90,s.7; amended 2007, c.31, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:156A-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 156A / Section 156A-7
Seizure, forfeiture of unlawful device
Status: in_force

7. Any electronic, mechanical or other device possessed, used, sent, distributed, manufactured, or assembled in violation of this act may be seized and forfeited to the State pursuant to chapter 64 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes. L.1968,c.409,s.7; amended 1993,c.29,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-2 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-2
Record of execution against real estate
Status: in_force

Every writ of execution which shall be sued forth against real estate shall, before its delivery to the sheriff or other officer, be recorded in a book to be kept for that purpose by the clerk of the court out of which the same was issued. Such record so made shall be as good evidence as the writ itself.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:13-14 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 13 / Section 13-14
Small claims division jurisdiction
Status: in_force

2B:13-14. Small Claims Division Jurisdiction. The Tax Court shall have a Small Claims Division with jurisdiction in those classes of cases as may be provided by the Rules of the Supreme Court. L.1993,c.74,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:61A-7 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 61A / Section 61A-7
Construction
Status: in_force

Nothing in this act shall invalidate or restrict any other or additional right or remedy available to a sales representative or principal, or preclude a sales representative from seeking to recover in one action on all claims against a principal, or preclude a principal from seeking to recover in one action on all claims against a sales representative. L.1990,c.93,s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:58-9 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 58 / Section 58-9
Certain convictions to be reported
Status: in_force

Every conviction under any provision of chapter 39 of this code of a person who is not a citizen of the United States, shall be certified to the proper officer of the United States Government by the county prosecutor of the county in which such conviction was had, or by the Attorney General or his representative. L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:58-9, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:14-8 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 14 / Section 14-8
Recording
Status: in_force

2B:14-8. Recording. The Surrogate shall determine the means of recording instruments and the county shall furnish equipment and supplies for recording. L.1999,c.70,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:65D-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 65D / Section 65D-6
Sending certain unsolicited checks prohibited.
Status: in_force

1. No person shall send an unsolicited check to an individual which, upon being cashed or redeemed, automatically obligates the recipient to pay any fee or enrolls that individual in any club, service, plan, or continuing agreement. For the purposes of this act, an "unsolicited check" means any check mailed or otherwise delivered to a person, other than: a. In response to a request or application for a check or account by the person; b. As a substitute for a check or account previously issued to the person to whom the check is mailed or otherwise delivered; or c. A check related to a consumer credit transaction or consumer loan business issued or provided by an insured depository institution as defined in 12 U.S.C. s.1813, a licensee under the New Jersey Consumer Finance Licensing Act, sections 1 through 49 of P.L.1996, c.157 (C.17:11C-1 et seq.), or other financial institution authorized to do business by the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance. L.2015, c.120, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:10-9 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 10 / Section 10-9
Certification of payroll record information
Status: in_force

9. a. To facilitate the transfer of judicial employees from county payroll processing to the State's payroll processing system the chief financial officer of each county shall certify payroll record information on each judicial employee to the Administrative Office of the Courts according to a standard record format, procedure, and schedule collectively agreed to by representatives of the chief financial officers of the counties and the Administrative Director of the Courts and shall include the use of computer readable media in the transfer of payroll record information where applicable. b. On December 31, 1994 the county shall issue a final paycheck which is complete and full, up to and including December 31, 1994 and satisfies all salary obligations due by the county to the judicial employees, and all deductions related to calendar year 1994 obligations of the judicial employees. L.1993,c.275,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:17-6 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 17 / Section 17-6
Motor vehicles; removal or alteration of identification number or mark; possession; penalty
Status: in_force

a. A person who removes, defaces, alters, changes, destroys, covers or obliterates any trademark, distinguishing or identification number, serial number or mark on or from any motor vehicle for an unlawful purpose, is guilty of a crime of the third degree. b. A person who for an unlawful purpose knowingly possesses any motor vehicle, or any of the parts thereof, from or on which any trademark, distinguishing or identification number, or serial number or mark has been removed, covered, altered, changed, defaced, destroyed or obliterated, is guilty of an offense, unless, within 10 days after the motor vehicle or any part thereof shall have come into his possession, he files with the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Law and Public Safety a verified statement showing: the source of his title, the proper trademark, identification or distinguishing number, or serial number or mark, if known, and if known, the manner of and reason for the mutilation, change, alteration, concealment or defacement, the length of time the motor vehicle or part has been held and the price paid therefor. If the value of the motor vehicle or parts possessed exceeds $500.00 the offense is a crime of the third degree; if the value is at least $200.00 but does not exceed $500.00 it is a crime of the fourth degree; if the value is less than $200.00 it is a disorderly persons offense. c. As used in this section, "motor vehicle" includes motor bicycles, motorcycles, automobiles, trucks, tractors or other vehicles designed to be self-propelled by mechanical power, and otherwise than by muscular power, except motor vehicles running upon or guided by rails or tracks. L.1983, c. 351, s. 1, eff. Sept. 29, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:24-1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 24 / Section 24-1
Arbitration provisions; validity and effect
Status: in_force

A provision in a written contract to settle by arbitration a controversy that may arise therefrom or a refusal to perform the whole or a part thereof or a written agreement to submit, pursuant to section 2A:24-2 of this title, any existing controversy to arbitration, whether the controversy arise out of contract or otherwise, shall be valid, enforceable and irrevocable, except upon such grounds as exist at law or in equity for the revocation of a contract.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-138 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-138
Granting of owner's petition.
Status: in_force

25. After reviewing the receiver's recommendations and holding a hearing, the court may grant the owner's petition if it finds that: a. The owner's petition offers credible assurances that those elements of the plan which remain will be achieved by the owner within the time frame consistent with the plan submitted by the receiver and approved by the court; b. The owner has paid or deposits with the court all funds required to meet all obligations of the receivership, including all fees and expenses of the receiver, except as provided in subsection c. of this section; c. The owner agrees to assume all legal obligations, including repayment of indebtedness incurred by the receiver for repairs and improvements to the building resulting from the receivership; d. The owner has paid all municipal property taxes, other municipal liens, and costs incurred by the municipality in connection with bringing the receivership action; e. The owner posts a bond or other security in an amount determined to be reasonable by the court in consultation with the receiver and the public officer, but not in excess of 50% of the fair market value of the property, which shall be forfeit in the event of any future code violation materially affecting the health or safety of tenants or the structural or functional integrity of the building. Forfeiture shall be in the form of a summary proceeding initiated by the municipal officer, who shall provide evidence that such a code violation has occurred and has not been abated within 48 hours of notice, or such additional period of time as may be allowed by the court for good cause, and shall be in the amount of 100 percent of the cost of abating the violation for the first violation, 150 percent of the cost of abating the violation for the second violation, and 200 percent of the cost of abating the violation for any subsequent violation. The owner may seek approval of the court to be relieved of this requirement after five years, which shall be granted if the court finds that the owner has maintained the property in good repair during that period, that no material violations affecting the health and safety of the tenants have occurred during that period, and that the owner has remedied other violations in a timely and expeditious fashion; f. The court may waive the requirement for a bond or other security for good cause, where it finds that such a waiver will not impair the rights or interests of the tenants of the building; g. The reinstatement of the owner shall be in the interest of the public, taking into account the prior history of the building and other buildings within the municipality currently or previously controlled by the owner; h. The court may establish additional requirements as conditions of reinstatement of the owner's rights as it determines reasonable and necessary to protect the interest of the tenants and the residents of the neighborhood; i. Where the owner has conveyed the property to another entity during the pendency of the receivership, and the petition for reinstatement is brought by the new owner, the new owner shall be subject to all of the provisions of this section, unless the court finds compelling grounds that the public interest will be better served by a modification of any of these provisions; and j. Where the new owner is a lienholder that obtained the property through foreclosure, or through grant of a deed in lieu of foreclosure, that owner shall not be subject to the provisions of this section, but may seek to terminate the receivership by filing a petition for termination of the receivership pursuant to section 27 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-140). L.2003,c.295,s.25.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-17 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-17
Exception to physician-patient privilege
Status: in_force

Information communicated to a practitioner in an effort unlawfully to obtain or procure the administration of a controlled dangerous substance or controlled substance analog shall not be a privileged communication. L. 1987, c. 106, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-73 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 18 / Section 18-73
Notice to tenant prior to disposition
Status: in_force

2. To dispose of a tenant's property under this act, a landlord shall first give written notice to the tenant, which shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested or by receipted first class mail addressed to the tenant, at the tenant's last known address (which may be the address of the premises) and at any alternate address or addresses known to the landlord, in an envelope endorsed "Please Forward." "Receipted first class mail" for purposes of this section means first class mail for which a certificate of mailing has been obtained by the sender but does not include certified or registered mail. When the property subject to disposal is a manufactured or mobile home, a copy of the notice required pursuant to this section shall also be sent to the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles and to any lienholders with security interests in the property which have been recorded with the Division of Motor Vehicles. L.1999,c.340,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:14-7 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 14 / Section 14-7
Acknowledgment, proof
Status: in_force

2B:14-7. Acknowledgment, proof. Receipts and releases shall be acknowledged or proved prior to recording. The acknowledgment or proof shall be recorded with the receipt or discharge by the Surrogate of: a. The county which is issuing the relevant letters; b. The county where the seller of real estate resides; or c. The county where the trust-related property is located. L.1999,c.70,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-12 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-12
Waiver of Mandatory Minimum and Extended Terms.
Status: in_force

Whenever an offense defined in this chapter specifies a mandatory sentence of imprisonment which includes a minimum term during which the defendant shall be ineligible for parole, a mandatory extended term which includes a period of parole ineligibility, or an anti-drug profiteering penalty pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1997, c.187 (N.J.S.2C:35A-1 et seq.), the court upon conviction shall impose the mandatory sentence or anti-drug profiteering penalty unless the defendant has pleaded guilty pursuant to a negotiated agreement or, in cases resulting in trial, the defendant and the prosecution have entered into a post-conviction agreement, which provides for a lesser sentence, period of parole ineligibility or anti-drug profiteering penalty. The negotiated plea or post-conviction agreement may provide for a specified term of imprisonment within the range of ordinary or extended sentences authorized by law, a specified period of parole ineligibility, a specified fine, a specified anti-drug profiteering penalty, or other disposition. In that event, the court at sentencing shall not impose a lesser term of imprisonment, lesser period of parole ineligibility, lesser fine or lesser anti-drug profiteering penalty than that expressly provided for under the terms of the plea or post-conviction agreement. L.1987, c.106, s.1; amended 1997, c.187, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-13.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-13.2
Court approval of defendant's participation in conditional dismissal program.
Status: in_force

2. Court Approval of Defendant's Participation in Conditional Dismissal Program. After considering the eligibility criteria set forth in section 1 of P.L.2013, c.158 (C.2C:43-13.1), the defendant's criminal history and the municipal prosecutor's recommendation, the court may, without entering a judgment of conviction, and after proper reference to the State Bureau of Identification criminal history record information files, approve the defendant's participation in the conditional dismissal program established pursuant to P.L.2013, c.158 (C.2C:43-13.1 et al.) and place the defendant under a probation monitoring status for a period of one year. The court may also impose financial obligations and other terms and conditions in accordance with P.L.2013, c.158 (C.2C:43-13.1 et al.). Where the court approves a defendant's participation in the conditional dismissal program over the municipal prosecutor's objection, the order approving the defendant's participation in the program shall be a final order but upon request of the municipal prosecutor shall be stayed for a period of 10 days in order to permit the prosecutor to appeal such order to the Superior Court. L.2013, c.158, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-26 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-26
Knowledge inferred
Status: in_force

4. For the purposes of section 3 of this act, the requisite knowledge may be inferred where the property is transported or possessed in a fashion inconsistent with the ordinary or usual means of transportation or possession of such property and where the property is discovered in the absence of any documentation or other indicia of legitimate origin or right to such property. L.1994,c.121,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-56.13a — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-56.13a
Alimony, maintenance, child support payments; electronic funds transfer, credit card
Status: in_force

a. Every probation department may establish a system to accept alimony, maintenance or child support payments through electronic funds transfer, credit card, or any other method deemed feasible by the department. b. The Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey shall adopt Rules of Court appropriate or necessary to effectuate the purpose of this act. L.1990,c.53,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:35B-16 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35B / Section 35B-16
Satisfaction of judgment after other fines, penalties, etc.
Status: in_force

16. Any judgment resulting from a cause of action brought pursuant to this act shall be satisfied only after the satisfaction of any assessment, fine, fee, penalty or restitution imposed by law and enumerated in section 13 of P.L. 1991, c.329 (C.2C:46-4.1). L.2001, c.114, s.16.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:50-43 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 50 / Section 50-43
Foreclosure for unpaid installment of principal authorized
Status: in_force

Whenever, under the terms of a mortgage it is provided that there shall be paid on account of the principal sum secured thereby any payment on account thereof, due at a time or times therein specified, the holder of the mortgage may, whenever the owner of the mortgaged premises defaults in making any such payment on account of the principal sum, at the time when the same has become due, or within such period of grace as is designated in the mortgage or the evidence of debt secured thereby, elect to foreclose the mortgage only to the extent that there is due and unpaid thereunder any payment required to be made on account of the principal, either by the terms of the mortgage or the evidence of debt secured thereby.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:23E-6 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 23E / Section 23E-6
Authority of center.
Status: in_force

6. a. A center shall not be considered a department, agency, or public instrumentality of this State, and shall not be subject to the laws of this State applying to departments, agencies, or public instrumentalities of this State. b. A center shall permit the participants to an arbitration to select any body of rules and procedures for the conduct, administration, and facilitation of that proceeding, whether those rules and procedures have been prepared by private arbitral organizations, created by the participants themselves, or by the center. c. A center shall have the authority to establish rules and procedures for the conduct, administration, and facilitation of the resolution of all disputes subject to this act. d. A center shall have the authority to adopt rules providing, without limitation and by way of illustration only, for the establishment of arbitral tribunals or other panels, which shall provide that arbitral tribunals or other panels may: (1) determine the relevance and materiality of the evidence without the need to follow formal rules of evidence; (2) be able to utilize any lawful methods that it deems appropriate to obtain evidence additional to that produced by the parties; (3) issue subpoenas or other requests for the attendance of witnesses or for the production of books, records, documents, and other evidence; (4) be empowered to administer oaths, order depositions to be taken or other discovery obtained or produced, without regard to the place where the witness or other evidence is located, and appoint one or more experts to report to it; (5) fix any fees for the attendance of witnesses it deems appropriate; and (6) make awards of interest, reasonable attorney's fees and costs of arbitration as agreed to in writing by the parties, or in the absence of an agreement, as it deems appropriate. e. In assuring the exercise of the powers conferred by this act, the participants to an arbitration may apply for assistance from any court of competent jurisdiction. Any application to a court hereunder shall be made and heard in a summary way in the manner provided for the making and hearing of motions, except as otherwise herein expressly provided. L.2017, c.1, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:42-116 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 42 / Section 42-116
Definitions relative to multifamily housing.
Status: in_force

3. As used in P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-114 et al.): "Agency" means the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency established under section 4 of P.L.1983, c.530 (C.55:14K-4); "Building" means any building or structure and the land appurtenant thereto in which at least half of the net square footage of the building is used for residential purposes; and shall not include any one to four unit residential building in which the owner occupies one of the units as his or her principal residence; "Code" means any housing, property maintenance, fire or other public safety code applicable to a residential building, whether enforced by the municipality or by a State agency; "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Community Affairs; "Department" means the Department of Community Affairs; "Lienholder" or "mortgage holder" means any entity holding a note, mortgage or other interest secured by the building or any part thereof; "Owner" means the holder or holders of title to a residential building; "Party in interest" means: (1) any mortgage holder, lien holder or secured creditor of the owner; (2) any tenant living in the building; (3) any entity designated by more than 50 percent of the tenants living in the building as their representative; (4) the public officer; or (5) a non-profit entity providing community services in the municipality in which the building is located; "Plaintiff" means a party in interest or a qualified entity that files a complaint pursuant to section 4 of P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-117); "Public officer" means an officer of the municipality appropriately qualified to carry out the responsibilities set forth in P.L.2003, c.295 (C.2A:42-114 et al.) and designated by resolution of the governing body of the municipality in which the building is located, except that in municipalities organized under the "mayor-council plan" of the "Optional Municipal Charter Law," P.L.1950, c.210 (C.40:69A-1 et seq.), the public officer shall be designated by the mayor; "Qualified entity" means any person or entity registered with the department on the basis of having demonstrated knowledge and substantial experience in the operation, maintenance and improvement of residential buildings; "Tenant" means a household that legally occupies a dwelling unit in a residential building. L.2003,c.295,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:33-2.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 33 / Section 33-2.2
Penalties, fines for parents, legal guardians demonstrating willful, wanton disregard, conduct of juvenile.
Status: in_force

1. A parent or legal guardian having legal custody of a juvenile shall be: a. subject to a fine of $1,000, to be collected in a civil action by a summary proceeding under the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999," P.L.1999, c.274 (C.2A:58-10 et seq.), if the parent or legal guardian demonstrated willful or wanton disregard in the exercise of the supervision and control of the conduct of the juvenile such that the juvenile was adjudicated delinquent for engaging in improper behavior in violation of subsection a. of N.J.S.2C:33-2, which resulted in property damage; b. guilty of a petty disorderly persons offense if the parent or legal guardian demonstrated willful or wanton disregard in the exercise of the supervision and control of the conduct of the juvenile such that the juvenile was adjudicated delinquent for a first offense of inciting a public brawl in violation of subsection c. of N.J.S.2C:33-1; and c. guilty of a disorderly persons offense if the parent or legal guardian demonstrated willful or wanton disregard in the exercise of the supervision and control of the conduct of the juvenile and the juvenile was adjudicated delinquent for a second or subsequent offense of inciting a public brawl in violation of subsection c. of N.J.S.2C:33-1. L.2025, c.245.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:20-13 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 20 / Section 20-13
Concealment of material
Status: in_force

Any person who purposely conceals, on or off the premises of the library facility, upon his person or among his belongings, or upon the person or among the belongings of another, any library material shall be prima facie presumed to have concealed the material for the purpose of depriving the library facility of its use or benefit. L. 1985, c. 373, s. 2, eff. Nov. 26, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:25-17 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 25 / Section 25-17
Short title
Status: in_force

1. This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991." L.1991,c.261,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:65D-1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 65D / Section 65D-1
Definitions relative to certain unsolicited advertising via text messaging.
Status: in_force

1. As used in this act: "Communication device capable of receiving text messaging" means a cellular telephone, a device for paging or message services, a personal digital assistant, or any other wireless telecommunication device or technology for short messaging services which receives text messages. "Text messaging" means the wireless transmission of text, images or a combination of text and images by means of a cellular telephone, a paging or message service, a personal digital assistant or any other electronic communications device. "Unsolicited advertisement" means any message sent without the prior permission of the recipient to encourage the purchase or rental of, or investment in, merchandise as that term is defined in subsection (c) of section 1 of P.L.1960, c.39 (C.56:8-1). L.2015, c.119, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:25-23 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 25 / Section 25-23
Dissemination of notice to victim of domestic violence
Status: in_force

7. A law enforcement officer shall disseminate and explain to the victim the following notice, which shall be prepared by the Attorney General in English, Spanish, and up to 10 additional high-demand languages spoken in the State: "You have the right to go to court to get an order called a temporary restraining order, also called a TRO, which may protect you from more abuse by your attacker. The officer who handed you this card can tell you how to get a TRO. The kinds of things a judge can order in a TRO may include: (1) That your attacker is temporarily forbidden from entering the home you live in; (2) That your attacker is temporarily forbidden from having contact with you or your relatives; (3) That your attacker is temporarily forbidden from bothering you at work; (4) That your attacker has to pay temporary child support or support for you; (5) That you be given temporary custody of your children; (6) That your attacker pay you back any money you have to spend for medical treatment or repairs because of the violence. There are other things the court can order, and the court clerk will explain the procedure to you and will help you fill out the papers for a TRO. You also have the right to file a criminal complaint against your attacker. The police officer who gave you this paper will tell you how to file a criminal complaint. On weekends, holidays, and other times when the courts are closed, you still have a right to get a TRO. The police officer who gave you this paper can help you get in touch with a judge who can give you a TRO." L.1991,c.261,s.7; amended 2023, c.234, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-61 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-61
Process of attachment; bond; sale of vessel; creditors
Status: in_force

In any such action the lien claimant shall be entitled to process of attachment and the court may require or dispense with the giving of a bond. The court may allow other lien claimants and unsecured creditors to become parties to the action. The court may therein determine in a summary manner any issue arising in the action. The court may order a sale of the vessel at such time and upon such terms as it shall prescribe and fix the amounts of the expenses incurred in any such sale and direct the disposition of the proceeds of the sale.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:43-3.2 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 43 / Section 43-3.2
Assessments for Safe Neighborhoods Services
Status: in_force

11. a. (1) In addition to any other fine, fee or assessment imposed, any person convicted of a crime, disorderly or petty disorderly persons offense or violation of R.S.39:4-50 shall be assessed $75 for each conviction. (2) In addition to any term or condition that may be included in an agreement for supervisory treatment pursuant to N.J.S.2C:43-13 or imposed as a term or condition of conditional discharge pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1987, c.106 (C.2C:36A-1), a participant in either program shall be required to pay an assessment of $75. b. All assessments provided for in this section shall be collected as provided for collection of fines and restitutions in section 3 of P.L.1979, c.396 (C.2C:46-4) and shall be forwarded to the Department of the Treasury as provided in subsection c. of this section. c. All money collected pursuant to this section shall be forwarded to the Department of the Treasury to be deposited into the Safe Neighborhoods Services Fund created by section 5 of this act. L.1993,c.220,s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-8 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-8
Failure to bring action; damages; judgment; return of balance of deposit
Status: in_force

If no claim is made by the person claiming a lien under this article or if judgment shall be rendered for the defendant, the court may order the return of the money deposited or the discharge of the bond and may also fix and determine the amount of damages suffered by the owner of the aircraft or parts thereof for the seizure and detention thereof, and render a judgment for such amount against the person claiming a lien under this article or the person seizing or detaining the same.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:1-7 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 1 / Section 1-7
Adoption of Rules of Court.
Status: in_force

12. a. The Supreme Court, subject to the limitations set forth in subsection b. of this section, may adopt Rules of Court to revise or supplement filing fees and other statutory fees payable to the court for the sole purpose of funding: (1) the development, maintenance and administration of a Statewide Pretrial Services Program; (2) the development, maintenance and administration of a Statewide digital e-court information system; and (3) the provision to the poor of legal assistance in civil matters by Legal Services of New Jersey and its affiliates. b. All existing filing fees and other statutory fees payable to the court on the effective date of this section shall not be increased or supplemented more than $50 in the aggregate for each fee beginning on the effective date of this section. c. As used in sections 12 through 19 of P.L.2014, c.31 (C.2B:1-7 through C.2B:1-13): "Digital e-court information system" shall mean a Statewide integrated system that includes but is not limited to electronic filing, electronic service of process, electronic document management, electronic case management, electronic financial management, and public access to digital court records; and "Pretrial Services Program" shall mean the pretrial services program established pursuant to section 11 of P.L.2014, c.31 (C.2A:162-25). L.2014, c.31, s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-22.14 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-22.14
Definitions.
Status: in_force

3. As used in this act: a. "Act of violence" means the commission or attempt to commit any of the offenses set forth in subsection b. of section 11 of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-11). b. "Confidential communication" means any information exchanged between a victim and a victim counselor in private or in the presence of a third party who is necessary to facilitate communication or further the counseling process and which is disclosed in the course of the counselor's treatment of the victim for any emotional or psychological condition resulting from an act of violence. It includes any advice, report or working paper given or made in the course of the consultation and all information received by the victim counselor in the course of that relationship. c. "Victim" means a person who consults a counselor for the purpose of securing advice, counseling or assistance concerning a mental, physical or emotional condition caused by an act of violence. d. "Victim counseling center" means any office, institution, or center offering assistance to victims and their families through crisis intervention, medical and legal accompaniment and follow-up counseling. e. "Victim counselor" means a person engaged in any office, institution or center defined as a victim counseling center by this act, who has undergone 40 hours of training and is under the control of a direct services supervisor of the center and who has a primary function of rendering advice, counseling or assisting victims of acts of violence. "Victim counselor" includes a rape care advocate as defined in section 4 of P.L.2001, c.81 (C.52:4B-52). L.1987,c.169,s.3; amended 2001, c.81, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:10-7 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 10 / Section 10-7
Disposition of furnishings, office equipment; service agreements; provision of claim, insurance information
Status: in_force

7. a. By September 1, 1994, a list shall be jointly developed by the Administrative Office of the Courts and the governing body of each county of the furnishings and office equipment currently used by the courts which shall become the property of the State on January 1, 1995. b. (1) The Administrative Office of the Courts and the individual county governments may enter into service agreements for: (a) Those services the Administrative Office of the Courts determines are necessary for the county to provide for the operations of the courts in each county; (b) The portion of the base year amount comprising debt service or lease payments for furnishings and office equipment; and (c) Any other services or costs jointly agreed upon by the parties as necessary to the smooth transition or continued operation of the court system. (2) If the services referred to in subparagraph (a) of paragraph (1) of subsection b. of this section had been previously provided by the county, it shall be in the sole discretion of the Administrative Office of the Courts that the services be continued, and that the county shall provide the services for a cost in approximate proportion to the cost determined in the base year amount, subject to annual cost increases negotiated by the parties. (3) Disputes as to continuance of service and charges by the county for such services may be determined by the director and made in a manner similar to that described in section 5 of P.L.1993, c.275 (C.2B:10-5). (4) Revenue received by the county for the service agreement shall be appropriated in accordance with the "Local Budget Law," N.J.S.40A:4-1 et seq. c. (1) By September 1, 1994 the counties shall provide to the Administrative Office of the Courts the following: (a) a listing of all Notices of Claims which were filed after January 1, 1994; (b) a loss history for all lines of insurance or self insurance for the past five years; (c) a listing of all worker's compensation, occupational, ongoing medical and dependency claims prior to January 1, 1995; (d) a listing of all outstanding claims with insurance carriers or against third parties; (e) a listing of all vehicles with accident damage that will be transferred pursuant to this section; (f) plans for all facilities and construction and age information on the facilities required by the companies currently insuring the contents. (2) Any workers' compensation claim filed by a judicial employee of a county, any tort claim, or any auto liability claim arising out of the maintenance, operation or use of any vehicle by a judicial employee of a county where the date of loss was prior to January 1, 1995 shall be the liability of the county. L.1993,c.275,s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:21-31 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 21 / Section 21-31
Unauthorized practice of immigration law; penalties.
Status: in_force

1. a. As used in this section: (1) "Immigration consultant" means any person rendering services for a fee, including the completion of forms and applications, to another person in furtherance of that person's desire to determine or modify his status in an immigration or naturalization matter under federal law. (2) "Immigration or naturalization matter" means any matter which involves any law, action, filing or proceeding related to a person's immigration or citizenship status in the United States. (3) "Immigration-related document" means any birth certificate or marriage certificate; any document issued by the government of the United States, any foreign country, any state, or any other public entity relating to a person's immigration or naturalization status. b. (1) Any immigration consultant not licensed as an attorney or counselor at law who engages in this State in the practice of law is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. (2) Any immigration consultant not licensed as an attorney or counselor at law who holds himself out to the public, either alone or together with, by or through another person, whether such other person is licensed as an attorney or counselor at law or not, as engaging in or entitled to engage in the practice of law, or as rendering legal service or advice, or as furnishing attorneys or counsel, in any immigration or naturalization matter is guilty of a crime of the third degree. (3) Any immigration consultant not licensed as an attorney or counselor at law who assumes, uses or advertises the title of lawyer or attorney-at-law, or equivalent terms, in the English language or any other language which mean or imply that the immigration consultant is licensed as an attorney-at-law in the State of New Jersey or in any other jurisdiction of the United States, is guilty of a crime of the third degree. c. Any person who knowingly retains possession of another person's immigration-related document for more than a reasonable time after the person who owns the document has submitted a written request for the document's return is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. d. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit a person accredited as a representative by federal law pursuant to 8 CFR 292.2 from providing immigration services. L.1997, c.1, s.1; amended 2011, c.209, s.3; 2014, c.48, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:168-34 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 168 / Section 168-34
Oversight, enforcement and dispute resolution by the interstate commission.
Status: in_force

9. Article IX. Oversight, Enforcement and Dispute Resolution by the Interstate Commission. a. Oversight. The Interstate Commission shall oversee the interstate movement of adult offenders in the compacting states and shall monitor such activities being administered in Non-compacting States which may significantly affect Compacting States. The courts and executive agencies in each Compacting State shall enforce this Compact and shall take all actions necessary and appropriate to effectuate the Compact's purposes and intent. In any judicial or administrative proceeding in a Compacting State pertaining to the subject matter of this Compact which may affect the powers, responsibilities or actions of the Interstate Commission, the Interstate Commission shall be entitled to receive all service of process in any such proceeding, and shall have standing to intervene in the proceeding for all purposes. b. Dispute Resolution. The Compacting States shall report to the Interstate Commission on issues or activities of concern to them, and cooperate with and support the Interstate Commission in the discharge of its duties and responsibilities. The Interstate Commission shall attempt to resolve any disputes or other issues which are subject to the Compact and which may arise among Compacting States and Non-compacting States. The Interstate Commission shall enact a bylaw or promulgate a rule providing for both mediation and binding dispute resolution for disputes among the Compacting States. c. Enforcement. The Interstate Commission, in the reasonable exercise of its discretion, shall enforce the provisions of this compact using any or all means set forth in Article XII, section b., of this compact. L.2002,c.111,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:40-27 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 40 / Section 40-27
Definitions relative to operation of unmanned aircraft systems.
Status: in_force

1. a. As used in this act: "Operate" means to fly, control, direct, or program the flight of an unmanned aircraft system. "Unmanned aircraft" means an aircraft that is operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft. "Unmanned aircraft system" means an unmanned aircraft and associated elements, including communication links and the components that control the unmanned aircraft, that are required for the pilot in command to operate safely and efficiently. b. Except as otherwise prohibited by P.L.2017, c.315 (C.2C:40-27 et al.), a person who is authorized by federal law to operate an unmanned aircraft system may operate an unmanned aircraft system in this State for any purpose, provided that the person operates the unmanned aircraft system in a manner consistent with applicable federal law and regulations. Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect federal preemption of State law regarding aviation. For purposes of this subsection, "person" means an individual, partnership, corporation, association, governmental entity, or other legal or commercial entity. c. An owner or operator of a critical infrastructure, including a political subdivision, may apply to the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, pursuant to section 2209 of the "FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016," Pub.L.114-190, in order to prohibit or restrict the operation of unmanned aircraft systems in close proximity to the critical infrastructure. Prior to applying to the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to prohibit or restrict the operation of unmanned aircraft systems in close proximity to a critical infrastructure, a political subdivision shall hold a minimum of one public hearing, with adequate notice to the public, concerning the proposed application. L.2017, c.315, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:37-9 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 37 / Section 37-9
State party defendant to action to foreclose lien on escheated property; service of process
Status: in_force

When any real estate which has escheated or may escheat to the state of New Jersey, on which, prior to such escheat, there has existed or may exist any lien of any mortgage, pledge or hypothecation in such real estate, the holder of such mortgage, pledge or hypothecation may make the state of New Jersey a party defendant to his action for the foreclosure thereof, whether instituted in a state court, or in a federal court. The state of New Jersey shall be considered to be served with proper and sufficient process and brought within the jurisdiction of any such court when a summons shall have been served on the attorney general of this state, the state of New Jersey being named as a party defendant in such summons. If the attorney general shall refuse to acknowledge service on the summons the physical delivery of a true copy thereof and the exhibition to the attorney general of the original summons shall be considered a good and sufficient service to comply with the provisions of this section.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:53-1 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 53 / Section 53-1
Jurisdiction
Status: in_force

2A:53-1. The Superior Court shall have jurisdiction of declarations of intention, and of applications of aliens to become citizens of the United States. L.1951 (1st SS), c.344; amended 1991,c.91,s.107.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:44-32 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 44 / Section 44-32
Lien not impaired by taking judgment for money due; enforcement by levy and sale under execution
Status: in_force

A lien held by a person upon chattels in his possession for labor or materials furnished in the repair or construction thereof, shall not be waived, merged or impaired by the recovery of a judgment for the moneys due for such labor or material, but the lien may be enforced by levy and sale under execution upon the judgment.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:17-56.69 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 17 / Section 17-56.69
Arrearages due and enforceable.
Status: in_force

3. If a child support obligation is terminated by operation of law pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2015, c.223 (C.2A:17-56.67), any arrearages that have accrued prior to the date of the termination shall remain due and enforceable. If the person responsible for paying child support for a child owes child support arrearages at the time a child support obligation is terminated and there are no other children being supported under the same order, the amount to be paid to satisfy the arrearage shall be the sum of the recurring child support obligation in effect immediately prior to the effective date of the termination plus any arrears repayment obligation in effect immediately prior to the effective date of the termination, unless otherwise ordered by the court. For child support orders that are being administered by the Probation Division of the Superior Court, the Probation Division shall continue to enforce and collect the arrearages until they are paid in full or the court, in accordance with State and federal law and regulations and the Rules of Court, as applicable, terminates the Probation Division's supervision of the support order. L.2015, c.223,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:15-10 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 15 / Section 15-10
Discharge of lis pendens of record when action not prosecuted
Status: in_force

If plaintiff in an action as to which a notice of lis pendens has been filed as herein required fails to prosecute the same diligently, the court wherein the action is pending may, for such cause or for other good cause shown, by order direct the county clerk or register of deeds and mortgages, as the case may be, to discharge the lis pendens of record.
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
N.J. Stat. § 2C:20-14 — NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 20 / Section 20-14
Detention on probable cause
Status: in_force

a. A law enforcement officer, a special officer, or an employee of a library facility who has probable cause for believing that a person has willfully concealed library material and that he can recover the material by taking the person into custody, may, for the purpose of attempting to recover the material, take the person into custody and detain him in a reasonable manner for a reasonable time. Taking the person into custody shall not render the law enforcement officer, the special officer, or the employee of a library facility civilly or criminally liable. b. Any law enforcement officer who has probable cause for believing that a person has committed the offense of theft of library material may arrest the person without warrant. c. An employee of a library facility who causes the arrest of a person for theft of library material, as provided for in this act, shall not be civilly or criminally liable where the employee has probable cause for believing that the person arrested committed the offense of theft of library material. L. 1985, c. 373, s. 3, eff. Nov. 26, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 2B:11-2 — NJ Code / Title 2B / Chapter 11 / Section 11-2
Findings, declarations
Status: in_force

2. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. As a result of voter approval in November of 1992 of a constitutional amendment and pursuant to the provisions of the "State Judicial Unification Act," P.L.1993, c.275 (C.2B:10-1 et seq.), the State is to assume certain costs of the judicial system; b. The most important resource of the judicial system is its personnel; c. State assumption of the costs of the judicial system offers the opportunity to bring judicial employees, whose positions were previously funded by the 21 counties, into a truly unified judiciary; d. Both the representatives of the judiciary and the majority representative of the employees of the judiciary have freely and voluntarily entered into a letter of agreement, not part of this act, concerning certain aspects, as described therein, of the employer-employee relations process in the judiciary, which letter is enforceable in accordance with its terms; e. It is, therefore, altogether fitting and proper to ensure fair treatment of county judicial employees upon their transfer to State service and in the process effectuate a unified judiciary so that its more than 7,800 trial court employees, together with the 1,500 State-level judicial employees, will provide greater effectiveness in the trial court operations, greater accountability in the courts and greater flexibility in meeting the demands placed on the State's judiciary. L.1994,c.162,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:84A-34 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 84A / Section 84A-34
Presentation of proposed rules at Judicial Conference
Status: in_force

The subject matter and a tentative draft of a rule or rules proposed to be adopted pursuant to this article shall be entered upon the agenda and discussed at a Judicial Conference whose membership shall at least include delegates from the Supreme Court, the Appellate Division of the Superior Court, the judges of the Superior Court, the judges of the municipal courts, the surrogates, the State Bar Association, the county bar associations, the Senate and General Assembly, the Attorney General, the county prosecutors, the law schools of this State, and members of the public. L.1960,c.52,s.34; amended 1991,c.91,s.118.
N.J. Stat. § 2A:58A-4 — NJ Code / Title 2A / Chapter 58A / Section 58A-4
Right to relief
Status: in_force

A person who suffers, or is threatened with, injury to his person or property in a reciprocating jurisdiction caused by pollution originating, or that may originate, in this jurisdiction has the same rights to relief with respect to the injury or threatened injury, and may enforce those rights in this jurisdiction as if the injury or threatened injury occurred in this jurisdiction. L.1983, c. 570, s. 1, eff. Jan. 17, 1984.