N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-1.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-1.2
Reimbursement for retrofitting school buses with crossing control arm.
Status: in_force

2. Each agency, school district and nonpublic school that owns and operates its own school buses and each school bus contractor that operates school buses, as defined in section 1 of P.L.1996, c.96 (C.39:3B-1.1), shall receive reimbursement from the Department of Education in an amount up to, but not to exceed, $300 per bus for retrofitting those school buses in operation on August 6, 1996, and an amount up to, but not to exceed, $200 per bus for buses put into operation after that date for the cost of including the crossing control arm on those buses. If any agency, school district, nonpublic school or school bus contractor chooses to equip more than 50 percent of its school buses in any one year, it shall receive a maximum reimbursement for 50 percent of its school buses for that year. Reimbursement for retrofitting more than 50 percent of its school buses will be paid in the subsequent year based on a schedule to be determined by the commissioner, not to exceed two years. L.1996,c.96,s.2; amended 1998, c.80, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-2.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-2.2
Inspection stations; hours open; rules and regulations
Status: in_force

During the 12 calendar months following the effective date of this act the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles in the State Department of Law and Public Safety shall provide for the keeping open of such of the motor vehicle inspection stations as he shall designate from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on all the days of the week except Sundays. The said director shall make and enforce such rules, regulations and directions as may be necessary to effectuate the purposes of this act. L.1956, c. 25, p. 68, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-24 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-24
Absolute, qualified immunities.
Status: in_force

24. As the commission is a State agency, all absolute and qualified immunities and defenses provided to public entities and public employees by the "New Jersey Tort Claims Act," P.L.1972, c.45 (N.J.S.59:1-1 et seq.), the "New Jersey Contractual Liability Act," P.L.1972, c.45 (N.J.S.59:13-1 et seq.), and any other law shall apply to all interests held and activities performed by the commission and its employees pursuant to this act. L.2003,c.13,s.24.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.101 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.101
Application for Meadowlands conservation license plate; fee; registration, fee.
Status: in_force

10. a. Application for issuance of a Meadowlands conservation license plate shall be made to the Division of Motor Vehicles on forms and in a manner as may be prescribed by the director. In order to be deemed complete, an application shall be accompanied by a fee of $50 payable to the Division of Motor Vehicles, which fee shall be in addition to all fees otherwise required by law for the registration of the motor vehicle. b. The annual fee for the registration certificate of a motor vehicle that has been issued a Meadowlands conservation license plate pursuant to the provisions of sections 9 through 14 of P.L.1999, c.31 (C.39:3-27.100 through C.39:3-27.105) shall include in each year subsequent to the year of issuance a fee in the amount of $10, which fee shall be in addition to all fees otherwise required by law for the renewal of the registration of the motor vehicle and shall be collected by the Division of Motor Vehicles and remitted to the Meadowlands Conservation Trust created pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1999, c.31 (C.13:17-89) for deposit in the Meadowlands Conservation Trust Fund created pursuant to section 6 of P.L.1999, c.31 (C.13:17-92). L.1999,c.31,s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-59 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-59
Apportionment of amount certified among liability insurers
Status: in_force

The commissioner shall, on or before the fifteenth day of October in each year, apportion the amount so certified to him among the mutual associations and stock companies writing motor vehicle liability insurance within this State or motor vehicle liability bonds, or both, in the proportion that the net premiums received by each of them for such insurance and bonds written or renewed on risks within this State during the calendar year immediately preceding, as reported to him, bears to the sum total of all such net premiums received by all mutual associations and stock companies writing such insurance or bonds, or both, within the State during such year, as so reported, and shall certify the sum so apportioned to each such mutual association and stock company on or before November fifteenth next ensuing, to the Division of Taxation in the Department of the Treasury and each such mutual association and stock company shall pay the amount so certified as apportioned to it to the said Division of Taxation on or before the thirty-first day of December next ensuing, and the sum so paid shall be paid into the State Treasury in reimbursement to the State for the expenses so paid. L.1952, c. 176, p. 598, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-1
Enforcement
Status: in_force

39:5-1. Except as otherwise provided, the enforcement of this subtitle shall be vested in the director and the police or peace officers of, or inspectors duly appointed for that purpose by, any municipality or county or by the State. Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize police or peace officers or inspectors appointed by any municipality or county to conduct random roadside examinations of any vehicle. Amended 1938,c.164,s.2; 1972,c.169,s.3; 1983,c.403,s.18; 1994,c.60,s.34.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-138.6 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-138.6
Municipal authority to set certain permissible parking distances.
Status: in_force

2. A municipality may mandate by ordinance the permissible distance a person may park a motor vehicle from a crosswalk, side line of a street or intersecting highway, or "stop" sign. A municipality may not, however, permit parking within 25 feet of a crosswalk or side line of a street or intersecting highway or within 50 feet of a "stop" sign in a school zone during hours when school is in session. L.2009, c.257, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-13 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-13
File of certificates kept; destruction of other certificates
Status: in_force

The commissioner shall retain a file of all certificates of ownership until the vehicles described therein shall be eight years old according to the year of manufacture stated in such certificate of ownership. Authority is hereby granted to the commissioner to destroy all other certificates of ownership. Amended by L.1946, c. 136, p. 629, s. 9.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.32 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.32
Additional penalties.
Status: in_force

6. In addition to any other penalty provided by law, a school bus driver who violates section 5 of P.L.1990, c.103 (C.39:3-10.13) or section 16 of P.L.1990, c.103 (C.39:3-10.24) while transporting school children shall be guilty of a disorderly persons offense. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, a conviction under this section shall not merge with a conviction for a violation of R.S.39:4-50, section 2 of P.L.1981, c.512 (C.39:4-50.4a), section 5 of P.L.1990, c.103 (C.39:3-10.13) or section 16 of P.L.1990, c.103 (C.39:3-10.24). L.2003,c.66,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-25 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-25
Actions to be submitted to arbitration
Status: in_force

a. Any cause of action filed in the Superior Court after the operative date of this act, for the recovery of noneconomic loss, as defined in section 2 of P.L.1972, c. 70 (C. 39:6A-2), or the recovery of uncompensated economic loss, other than for damages to property, arising out of the operation, ownership, maintenance or use of an automobile, as defined in that section 2, shall be submitted, except as hereinafter provided, to arbitration by the assignment judge of the court in which the action is filed, if the court determines that the amount in controversy is $15,000.00 or less, exclusive of interest and costs; provided that if the action is for recovery for both noneconomic and economic loss, the controversy shall be submitted to arbitration if the court determines that the amount in controversy for noneconomic loss is $15,000.00 or less, exclusive of interest and costs. b. Notwithstanding that the amount in controversy of an action for noneconomic loss is in excess of $15,000.00, the court may refer the matter to arbitration, if all of the parties to the action consent in writing to arbitration and the court determines that the controversy does not involve novel legal or unduly complex factual issues. No cause of action determined by the court to be, upon proper motion of any party to the controversy, frivolous, insubstantial or without actionable cause shall be submitted to arbitration. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any controversy on which an arbitration decision was rendered prior to the filing of the action. The provisions of this section shall apply to any cause of action, subject to this section, filed prior to the operative date of this act, if a pretrial conference has not been concluded thereon. L.1983, c. 358, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5F-24 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5F / Section 5F-24
Withdrawal
Status: in_force

A party jurisdiction may withdraw from this compact by official written notice to the other party jurisdictions, but a withdrawal shall not take effect until 90 days after notice of withdrawal is given. The notice shall be directed to the compact administrator of each member jurisdiction. No withdrawal shall affect the validity of this compact as to the remaining party jurisdictions. L.1983, c. 46, s. 24, eff. Jan. 28, 1983. Article VIII
N.J. Stat. § 39:5B-24 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5B / Section 5B-24
Violations; penalties
Status: in_force

The civil penalty for violation of this act for a first offense is not more than $250.00 and for each subsequent offense is not more than $500.00, which penalty shall be recovered in accordance with "the penalty enforcement law" (N.J.S. 2A:58-1 et seq.). L.1983, c. 102, s. 7, eff. March 14, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5D-6 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5D / Section 5D-6
Applicability of other laws
Status: in_force

Except as expressly required by provisions of this compact, nothing contained herein shall be construed to affect the right of any party State to apply any of its other laws relating to licenses to drive to any person or circumstance, nor to invalidate or prevent any driver license agreement or other co-operative arrangement between a party State and a nonparty State. L.1966, c. 73, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-15 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-15
Penalties for false and fraudulent representation.
Status: in_force

15. In any claim or action arising for benefits payable under a standard automobile insurance policy under section 4 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4), any claim or action arising for medical expense benefits payable under a basic automobile insurance policy under section 4 of P.L.1998, c.21 (C.39:6A-3.1) or any claim or action arising for benefits payable under a special automobile insurance policy pursuant to section 45 of P.L.2003, c.89 (C.39:6A-3.3) wherein any person obtains or attempts to obtain from any other person, insurance company or Unsatisfied Claim and Judgment Fund any money or other thing of value by (1) falsely or fraudulently representing that the person is entitled to the benefits; (2) falsely and fraudulently making statements or presenting documentation in order to obtain or attempt to obtain the benefits; or (3) cooperates, conspires, or otherwise acts in concert with any person seeking to falsely or fraudulently obtain, or attempt to obtain, the benefits may upon conviction be fined not more than $5,000, or imprisoned for not more than three years, or both, or in the event the sum obtained or attempted to be obtained is not more than $500, may upon conviction, be fined not more than $500, or imprisoned for not more than six months, or both, as a disorderly person. In addition to any penalties imposed by law, any person who is either found by a court of competent jurisdiction to have violated any provision of P.L.1983 c.320 (C.17:33A-1 et seq.) pertaining to automobile insurance or been convicted of any violation of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes arising out of automobile insurance fraud based on a claim for damages arising out of a motor vehicle accident shall not operate a motor vehicle over the highways of this State for a period of one year from the date of judgment or conviction. L.1972, c.70, s.15; amended 1973, c.298; 1997, c.151, s.9; 1998, c.21, s.19; 2003, c.89, s.58; 2019, c.276, s.16.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10A-13 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10A / Section 10A-13
Notices; writing; method of delivery; publication
Status: in_force

Any notice required to be given by this act shall be in writing and sent by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to the last known address of the person to whom the notice is to be given. In the event that the notice is unclaimed by the addressee, or if the address of the person to whom the notice is to be given is unknown to the person giving the notice and cannot be ascertained from the records on file with the Division of Motor Vehicles, the notice shall be given by publishing it twice in at least one newspaper published in this State and circulating in the municipality in which the motor vehicle is left. L.1983, c. 455, s. 6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.123 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.123
Law enforcement officer memorial license plates; "Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Fund"
Status: in_force

2. a. The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles may issue for a motor vehicle owned or leased and registered in the State special license plates bearing, in addition to the registration number and other markings or identification otherwise prescribed by law, an appropriate slogan and an emblem, to be designed by the Superintendent of State Police, in consultation with the State Police Benevolent Association, the State Fraternal Order of Police and the staff of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Inc., and approved by the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles. These design features shall commemorate and honor law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in New Jersey. b. Application for issuance of law enforcement officer memorial license plates shall be made to the director on such forms and in such manner as may be prescribed by the director. The director shall collect for each set of plates issued an application fee of $50, and an annual renewal fee of $10, in addition to the fees otherwise prescribed by law for the registration of motor vehicles. c. Monies collected from all fees for law enforcement officer memorial license plates shall be deposited in a special account to be known as the "Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Fund" to be established in the Department of the Treasury. Other funds made available to the State to support the provisions of this act shall be deposited in this fund for use as set forth in this act. Interest or other income earned on monies deposited into the fund shall be credited to the fund for use as set forth in this act. d. The director shall annually certify to the Commissioner of Transportation the average cost per license plate incurred in the immediately preceding year by the Division of Motor Vehicles in producing, issuing, renewing and publicizing the availability of law enforcement officer memorial license plates. The Commissioner of Transportation shall annually report to the Director of the Division of Budget and Accounting in the Department of the Treasury the costs incurred by the Department of Transportation and the Division of Motor Vehicles to implement the provisions of this section. e. The director shall notify eligible motorists of the opportunity to obtain law enforcement officer memorial license plates by including a notice with all motor vehicle registration renewals, and by posting appropriate posters or signs in all division facilities and offices. The notices, posters and signs shall be designed by the Superintendent of State Police after consulting with the State Police Benevolent Association, the State Fraternal Order of Police and the staff of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Inc. The designs shall be subject to the approval of the director. The Superintendent shall supply the division with the notices, posters and signs to be circulated or posted by the division. f. In the event that the average cost per license plate, as certified by the director and approved by the Joint Budget Oversight Committee, or its successor, is greater than the $50 application fee established in subsection b. of this section in two consecutive fiscal years, the director may discontinue the issuance of the law enforcement officer memorial license plate. L.2001,c.41,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-20 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-20
Powers of commissioner of insurance
Status: in_force

For the purpose of implementing and enforcing this act, the Commissioner of Insurance shall possess all of those general powers as enumerated in Title 17 of the Revised Statutes. L.1972, c. 203, s. 10, eff. Dec. 26, 1972.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-62 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-62
Definitions relative to New Jersey Property-Liability Insurance Guaranty Association.
Status: in_force

2. Definitions. As used in this act: "Association" means the New Jersey Property-Liability Insurance Guaranty Association created pursuant to P.L.1974, c.17 (C.17:30A-1 et seq.). "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance. "Unsatisfied Claim and Judgment Fund" or "Fund" means the fund derived from the sources specified in this act. "Qualified person" means a resident of this State or the owner of a motor vehicle registered in this State or a resident of another state, territory, or federal district of the United States or province of Canada or of a foreign country, in which recourse is afforded, to residents of this State, of substantially similar character to that provided for by this act; provided, however, that no person shall be a qualified person where such person is an insured under a policy provision providing coverage for damages sustained by the insured as a result of the operation of an uninsured motor vehicle in a form authorized to be included in automobile liability policies of insurance delivered or issued for delivery in this State, pursuant to the provisions of, or any supplement to, chapter 28 of Title 17 of the Revised Statutes or in a form substantially similar thereto. "Uninsured motor vehicle" means a motor vehicle as to which there is not in force a liability policy meeting the requirements of section 3 or 26 of the "Motor Vehicle Security-Responsibility Law," P.L.1952, c.173 (C.39:6-25 or C.39:6-48), and which is not owned by a holder of a certificate of self-insurance under said law, but shall not include a motor vehicle with a policy in force which is insured pursuant to section 4 of P.L.1998, c.21 (C.39:6A-3.1). "Person" includes natural persons, firms, copartnerships, associations and corporations. "Insurer" means any insurer authorized in this State to write the kinds of insurance specified in paragraphs d. and e. of R.S.17:17-1. "Net direct written premiums" means direct gross premiums written on policies, insuring against legal liability for bodily injury or death and for damage to property arising out of the ownership, operation or maintenance of motor vehicles, which are principally garaged in this State, less return premiums thereon and dividends paid to policyholders on such direct business. L.1952,c.174,s.2; amended 1955, c.1, s.1; 1956, c.22, s.1; 1968, c.323, s.1; 1968, c.385, s.4; 1985, c.148, s.3; 1998, c.21, s.21; 2003, c.89, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-76 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-76
Collusive judgments
Status: in_force

No claim against the fund shall be allowed in any case in which the court shall find, upon the hearing for the allowance of the claim, that the judgment upon which the claim is founded was obtained by fraud, or by collusion of the plaintiff and of any defendant in the action, relating to any matter affecting the cause of action upon which such judgment is founded or the amount of damages assessed therein. L.1952, c. 174, p. 583, s. 16.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5H-8 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5H / Section 5H-8
Picture of driver, other information provided to rider.
Status: in_force

8. A transportation network company shall provide to a transportation network company rider on its website or digital network a picture of the transportation network company driver that is to provide the prearranged ride and the license plate number of the driver's personal vehicle that is to be used to provide the prearranged ride prior to the rider entering the driver's personal vehicle. L.2017, c.26, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.35 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.35
Organization vehicle registration plates
Status: in_force

A person who is a member in good standing of a nonprofit community, alumni or service organization in the State approved by the director pursuant to the provisions of this act may be issued special organization vehicle registration plates to be displayed on motor vehicles owned or leased by that person in place of standard registration plates. L. 1987, c. 374, s. 1; amended 1989,c.49,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-15.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-15.2
Military members, spouses, dependents, out-of-state domicile, vehicle operation.
Status: in_force

1. Notwithstanding the provisions of any other law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, a member of the Armed Forces of the United States who is not domiciled in this State, the member's spouse, and any of the member's dependents may operate a motor vehicle on the public roadways of this State, provided that: a. the person possesses a valid driver's license issued by the person's state of domicile; ?and b. the license authorizes the person to operate the same class of vehicle in the person's state of domicile that the person operates in this State. L.2022, c.126.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-68 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-68
Brake performance
Status: in_force

Every motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles, according to its type, shall be capable at all times and under all conditions of loading, of stopping on a dry, smooth, level pavement of approximately .6 co-efficient of friction and free from loose material, upon application of the service (foot) brake, within the distances specified below, or shall be capable of decelerating at a sustained rate corresponding to these distances: Approximate deceleration Feet to stop from in feet per second twenty miles per hour per second Vehicles or combination of vehicles having brakes on all wheels ..... 30 14 Vehicles or combinations of vehicles not having brakes on all wheels ..... 45 9.5 The stopping ability, or decelerating capacity, of a motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles shall be determined by an approved instrument or an approved machine capable of being read in feet to stop from a speed of twenty miles per hour, deceleration in feet per second per second or other equivalent units. Agricultural machinery and implements, road machinery, road rollers, traction engines and farm tractors when used upon any highway shall have means adequate to control the movement of and to stop and to hold such machines on any up or down grade upon which they may be operated. No person shall hereafter drive, move or be in custody of any motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles unless such vehicle or combination is capable of being controlled, stopped and held as provided for herein.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2-3.4a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-3.4a
Information, documentation required from applicant.
Status: in_force

5. a. An applicant for a standard basic driver's license, standard motorcycle license, standard permit, standard probationary license, or standard non-driver identification card shall only be required to provide information or documentation necessary to determine eligibility for the standard basic driver's license, standard motorcycle license, standard permit, standard probationary license, or standard non-driver identification card for which the applicant has applied. This provision shall not prohibit voluntary submission of documents as a proof of identity to obtain a standard basic driver's license, standard motorcycle license, standard permit, standard probationary license, or standard non-driver identification card. Any application form for a standard basic driver's license, standard motorcycle license, standard permit, standard probationary license, or standard non-driver identification card shall not request or require an applicant to state the reason for which an applicant is ineligible to receive a social security number. b. The commission may not retain copies, scanned images, or records of any kind of primary or secondary documents submitted to establish eligibility to obtain a standard basic driver's license, standard motorcycle license, standard permit, standard probationary license, or standard non-driver identification card, in accordance with the point based identification verification program established pursuant to section 28 of P.L.2003, c.13 (C.39:2A-28), except when necessary for purposes of investigating identity fraud, driver's license fraud, or non-driver identification card fraud. c. The commission shall not disclose or otherwise make accessible for any purposes related to Title 8 of the United States Code any portion of any record that identifies whether or not the type of basic driver's license, motorcycle license, permit, probationary license, or non-driver identification card that a person has applied for complies with the provisions of the "REAL ID Act of 2005," Pub.L.109-13, any acts amendatory or supplementary thereto, and any federal regulations adopted thereunder, except where: (1) the applicant provides written informed consent to the disclosure; (2) the requesting entity presents a warrant signed by a State or federal judge, lawful court order, or subpoena; (3) required by State or federal law; or (4) the disclosure is in connection with an audit or investigation of identity fraud, driver's license fraud, or non-driver identification fraud. L.2019, c.271, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-33 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-33
Admissibility of evidence at trial de novo
Status: in_force

No statements, admissions or testimony made at the arbitration proceedings, nor the arbitration decision, as confirmed or modified by the court, shall be used or referred to at the trial de novo by any of the parties, except that the court may consider any of those matters in determining the amount of any reduction in assessments made pursuant to section 11 of this act. L.1983, c. 358, s. 10.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-42 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-42
Certified abstract of operating record; fees
Status: in_force

20. Upon the request of any insurance company, any person furnishing any financial responsibility or any surety on a bond herein provided for, the director shall furnish such company person or surety a certified abstract of the operating record of any person subject to the provisions of this act. If there is no record of his conviction of a violation of a provision of law relating to the operation of motor vehicles or of an injury or damage caused by him as herein provided, the director shall so certify. The director shall collect a fee of $10 for each certified or uncertified abstract so issued. The director shall use the same schedule of fees established above for abstracts requested by persons authorized by law to receive them. L.1952,c.173,s.20; amended 1975, c.180, s.12; 1994, c.60, s.25; 2002, c.34, s.16.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-30b — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-30b
Suspension of license; period of time; notice; hearing
Status: in_force

The director may suspend for a period of no more than 3 years, the license to operate a motor vehicle of any person who, within a period of 3 years, commits motor vehicle violations, other than a violation of section 2 of P.L.1972, c. 197 (C. 39:6B-2), which ultimately result in the licensee having his license suspended three times. Where any given suspension is based on an accumulation of points involving more than one conviction for violations, the period of suspension shall be calculated from the date of commission of the latest violation. The proposed notice of suspension shall be mailed to the licensee at his last address of record with the Division of Motor Vehicles and shall clearly state the reason for the suspension. The suspension shall become effective 15 days from the date of the mailing of the notice unless the director for cause establishes another date for commencement of the suspension, or the licensee notifies the director in writing within 10 days of the mailing of the notice of his intention to personally appear at a hearing to challenge the suspension. The administrative law judge presiding at a hearing held pursuant to this section shall only consider evidence of the actual number of suspensions and the time period during which the violations leading to the suspensions were committed in issuing a suspension for the period provided for by this act. He may admit evidence relevant to the circumstances set out in section 3 of this act in considering the appropriateness of any portion of in excess of the 3 year period suspension issued. Any person who fails without reasonable cause to appear at a hearing provided for by this section shall have his license to operate a motor vehicle suspended forthwith by the director for a fixed minimum period of 3 years. L.1982, c. 85, s. 2, eff. Oct. 1, 1982.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-134.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-134.3
Use of "Next-of-Kin Registry."
Status: in_force

2. a. When a motor vehicle accident results in the serious bodily injury, death, or incapacitation of a driver or any passenger, the law enforcement officer investigating the motor vehicle accident shall attempt to locate an emergency contact person by accessing the "Next-of-Kin Registry," established pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2011, c.47 (C.39:4-134.2). The law enforcement officer shall, when practicable, expeditiously notify the emergency contact of each person involved in the motor vehicle accident and inform the emergency contact of the hospital or other location at which the driver or passenger may be receiving medical treatment. b. No law enforcement officer or law enforcement employee shall be liable to any person for civil damages, or subject to criminal prosecution resulting from or caused by: (1) any disruption or failure in Internet service caused by any accident, malfunction, act of sabotage or God, or any other condition or circumstance that the commission has not, directly or indirectly, caused and which results in, or prevents, the holder of any New Jersey State validated permit, probationary or basic driver's license, or non-driver identification card from accessing, or inputting information into, the "Next-of-Kin Registry" or which results in, or prevents, the chief administrator and designated commission employees and law enforcement officers from accessing, establishing, or maintaining the "Next-of-Kin Registry"; (2) any misuse of, or the failure or omission to input accurate information, or the inputting of inaccurate or out-dated information into the "Next-of-Kin Registry" by any holder of any New Jersey State validated permit, probationary or basic driver's license, or non-driver identification card; or (3) the inability of any law enforcement officer to make contact, in good faith, with any designated emergency contact person. This limitation of liability is inapplicable if such failure resulted from a malicious purpose or a wanton and willful disregard for the safety of persons or property. L.2011, c.47, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10v — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10v
Holder not required to use digital driver's license, non-driver identification card in lieu of printed, hard copy.
Status: in_force

6. a. A holder shall not be required to use a digital driver's license or digital non-driver identification card instead of a printed, hard-copy driver's license or printed, hard-copy non-driver identification card for the purpose of identity verification nor shall the holder's choice to obtain a digital driver's license or digital non-driver identification card preclude the holder's use of a printed, hard-copy driver's license or printed, hard-copy non-driver identification card under any circumstances. b. A verifier shall not: (1) condition the offer or use of a good or service on the presentation of a digital driver's license or digital non-driver identification card instead of a printed, hard copy driver's license or printed, hard-copy non-driver identification card; (2) charge different prices or rates for a good or service, provide preferential treatment or a different level of quality of a good or service, or condition entry for or access to a good or service to any person who exercises or elects not to exercise the person's rights pursuant to P.L.2025, c.115 (C.39:3-10q et al.) or who presents a printed, hard-copy driver's license or printed, hard-copy non-driver identification card instead of a digital driver's license or digital non-driver identification card, as applicable, except as reasonably necessary for conducting a transaction online or through other remote means, taking into consideration available technology; or (3) require or request presentation of more than the minimum data necessary to determine that a transaction meets legal requirements, including requiring more than a binary "yes/no" attribute authorization for age or other qualifications. c. The provisions of section 2 of P.L.2017, c.124 (C.56:11-54) shall apply to a verifier during a holder's presentation of a digital driver's license or digital non-driver identification card, irrespective of the technical means of reading the license or identification card. d. A State agency or political subdivision shall not: (1) condition the offer of an in-person good or service on the presentation of a digital driver's license or digital non-driver identification card; or (2) offer a different level of quality of an in-person good or service to any person based solely on the presentation of a digital or printed, hard-copy form of identification pursuant to P.L.2025, c.115 (C.39:3-10q et al.). L.2025, c.115, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-14.16 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-14.16
Operation of low-speed electric bicycle or scooter.
Status: in_force

2. a. A low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter, as defined in R.S.39:1-1, may be operated on the streets, highways, roadways, and bicycle paths of this State, except as otherwise provided in this section, section 2 of P.L.1975, c.250 (C.39:4-14.3), section 9 of P.L.1983, c.105 (C.39:4-14.3i), and P.L.2025, c.285 (C.39:6A-4.8 et al.), and may be parked on a sidewalk provided that the low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter does not impede the normal movement of pedestrian or other traffic upon the sidewalk. b. On and after January 1, 2019, manufacturers and distributors of low-speed electric bicycles shall apply a label that is permanently affixed, in a prominent location, to each low-speed electric bicycle. The label shall contain the classification number, top assisted speed, and motor wattage of the low-speed electric bicycle and shall be printed in Arial font in at least 9-point type. c. A person shall not tamper with or modify a low-speed electric bicycle so as to change the motor-powered speed capability or engagement of a low-speed electric bicycle. d. A low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter may be operated on bicycle paths, except that a local government entity or State agency may prohibit the operation of low-speed electric bicycles or low-speed electric scooters on bicycle paths under its jurisdiction. e. Unless permitted by a local government entity or State agency with jurisdiction, a low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter shall not be operated on a trail designated for non-motorized traffic if such trail has a natural surface tread made by clearing and grading the soil and no surfacing materials have been added. f. (1) The operator of a low-speed electric scooter shall not be required to register the low-speed electric scooter or have a driver's license. (2) The operator of a low-speed electric bicycle shall be required to register the low-speed electric bicycle and have a driver’s license to operate the low-speed electric bicycle pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1975, c.250 (C.39:4-14.3). g. Except as otherwise provided by this section, section 2 of P.L.1975, c.250 (C.39:4-14.3), section 9 of P.L.1983, c.105 (C.39:4-14.3i), and P.L.2025, c.285 (C.39:6A-4.8 et al.), all statutes, including the provisions of chapter 4 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes, rules, and regulations applicable to bicycles, as defined in section 1 of P.L.1991, c.465 (C.39:4-10.1), shall apply to low-speed electric bicycles and low-speed electric scooters, except those provisions which by their very nature may have no application to low-speed electric bicycles or low-speed electric scooters. h. A low-speed electric scooter shall be considered a motor vehicle to the extent required by 23 U.S.C. s.154. i. No person shall operate a low-speed electric bicycle from dusk to dawn without a reflector installed on the low-speed electric bicycle. j. No person shall sell, or offer for sale, modification kits designed to turn a low-speed electric bicycle into a motorized bicycle or an electric motorized bicycle. L.2019, c.121, s.2; amended 2025, c.285, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-44 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-44
Record of fines payable to county; inspection
Status: in_force

Every court having jurisdiction to hear complaints for violations of the provisions of this Title shall keep a record of the disposition of all complaints under this subtitle, for which a fine may be imposed which record shall be open to inspection by the treasurer or auditor of a county or his duly authorized representative, or by the director or his duly authorized representative, or by the financial officers of the respective municipalities which are entitled to fines imposed by the court. Amended by L.1942, c. 334, p. 1185, s. 11; L.1953, c. 36, p. 624, s. 33; L.1982, c. 31, s. 3, eff. Jan. 1, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-30.5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-30.5
Penalty points; rules and regulations; authority to adopt
Status: in_force

The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall have the authority, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c. 410 (C. 52:14B-1 et seq.), to continue to adopt rules and regulations to determine the motor vehicle offenses for which penalty points may be assessed under this act, and the amount of points to be assessed for each offense and to adopt rules and regulations to determine the motorized bicycle offenses for which penalty points may be assessed and the number of points to be assessed for each offense. L.1982, c. 43, s. 1. Amended by L.1983, c. 105, s. 8.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-16 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-16
Immunity from liability
Status: in_force

4. a. In any action brought for any injury or damages caused either directly or indirectly by the use of liquefied petroleum gas as the sole fuel, or in addition to or in combination with a conventional fuel, to operate a school bus, or the equipping or converting of a school bus to operate using liquefied petroleum gas as the sole fuel or in addition to or in combination with a conventional fuel, neither the owner or operator of the school bus nor any governmental entity may be found negligent in connection therewith if the school bus was equipped or converted, and operated, as required by section 3 of this act. b. The immunity provided by subsection a. of this section: (1) shall be in addition to any other immunity that may apply under the "New Jersey Tort Claims Act," N.J.S.59:1-1 et seq., or any other law, rule, or regulation; and (2) shall not apply if it is established that the act or omission causing the injury or damages constitutes gross negligence, recklessness, actual fraud, actual malice, willful misconduct, or criminal conduct. L.1997,c.367,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-197.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-197.3
Special traffic regulations
Status: in_force

The governing body of any municipality may, upon the adoption of a resolution declaring that an emergent or temporary condition dictates adoption of special traffic regulations within the scope of any of the items listed in subparagraphs (1) b. through h., (2) and (3) of Revised Statutes 39:4-197, provide by said resolution for such special traffic regulation and for a period of effectiveness thereof not in excess of 3 months from the effective date thereof. Notice of special regulations adopted pursuant to this act shall be given as provided in Revised Statutes 39:4-198. L.1964, c. 131, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6B-2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6B / Section 6B-2
Penalties.
Status: in_force

2. An owner or registrant of a motor vehicle registered or principally garaged in this State who operates or causes to be operated a motor vehicle upon any public road or highway in this State without motor vehicle liability insurance coverage required by P.L.1972, c.197 (C.39:6B-1 et seq.), and an operator who operates or causes a motor vehicle to be operated and who knows or should know from the attendant circumstances that the motor vehicle is without motor vehicle liability insurance coverage required by P.L.1972, c.197 (C.39:6B-1 et seq.) shall be subject, for the first offense, to a fine of not less than $300 nor more than $1,000 and a period of community service to be determined by the court. The court, in its discretion, also may suspend the person's right to operate a motor vehicle over the highways of this State for a period of up to one year from the date of conviction; provided, however, the period of license suspension may be reduced or eliminated if the person provides the court with satisfactory proof of motor vehicle liability insurance at the time of the hearing. Upon subsequent conviction, the person shall be subject to a fine of up to $5,000 and shall be subject to imprisonment for a term of 14 days and shall be ordered by the court to perform community service for a period of 30 days, which shall be of a form and on terms as the court shall deem appropriate under the circumstances, and the court, in its discretion, may suspend the person's right to operate a motor vehicle over the highways of this State for a period of up to two years from the date of the conviction. In deciding the duration of any suspension of the person's right to operate a motor vehicle pursuant to this section, 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. After the expiration of the suspension, the person may make application to the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission for a license to operate a motor vehicle, which application may be granted at the discretion of the chief administrator. The chief administrator's discretion shall be based upon an assessment of the likelihood that the individual will operate or cause a motor vehicle to be operated in the future without the insurance coverage required by this act. A complaint for violation of this act may be made to a municipal court at any time within six months after the date of the alleged offense. Failure to produce at the time of trial an insurance identification card or an insurance policy which was in force for the time of operation for which the offense is charged creates a rebuttable presumption that the person was uninsured when charged with a violation of this section. L.1972, c.197, s.2; amended 1983, c.141, s.1; 1987, c.46; 1988, c.156, s.15; 1990, c.8, s.49; 1997, c.151, s.12; 2013, c.237; 2019, c.276, s.17.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-7 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-7
Manufacturer's numbers required on motor vehicles
Status: in_force

Every motor vehicle and nonconventional type motor vehicle shall have and contain a manufacturer's vehicle identification number, which number shall not be obliterated, erased, mutilated, removed or missing. This section shall not affect those persons authorized by law to have in their possession a motor vehicle on which the manufacturer's number or numbers have been obliterated, erased, mutilated, removed or missing. Amended by L.1949, c. 235, p. 737, s. 2; L.1964, c. 238, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-22.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-22.2
Warrant for refund
Status: in_force

Upon approval by the commissioner of such application and the surrender of such certificate of registration and license plates, the State Comptroller shall draw his warrant upon the State Treasurer for the amount of such claim in favor of such claimant, and such warrant shall be paid from the moneys collected from motor vehicle registrations. L.1944, c. 228, p. 771, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5H-18 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5H / Section 5H-18
Driving record check.
Status: in_force

18. a. Prior to allowing an applicant to log on to a transportation network company's digital network as a transportation network company driver or to provide a prearranged ride as a transportation network company driver, the transportation network company, or a third party designated by the transportation network company, shall conduct a driving record check, which shall include information concerning the applicant's driving violations and driver's status. b. A transportation network company shall have 30 days from the effective date of P.L.2017, c.26 (C.39:5H-1 et seq.) to conduct, or have a third party designated by the company conduct, a driving record check of a driver utilizing the transportation network company's digital network as a driver prior to the effective date of P.L.2017, c.26 (C.39:5H-1 et seq.), unless the transportation network company, or a third party designated by the transportation network company, conducted a driving record check for the driver prior to the effective date of P.L.2017, c.26 (C.39:5H-1 et seq.). L.2017, c.26, s.18.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.105 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.105
Interagency memorandum of agreement.
Status: in_force

14. The board of trustees of the Meadowlands Conservation Trust created pursuant to section 4 of P.L.1999, c.31 (C.13:17-90), the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles, and the State Treasurer shall develop and enter into an interagency memorandum of agreement setting forth the procedures to be followed by those parties in carrying out their respective responsibilities under sections 9 through 14 of P.L.1999, c.31 (C.39:3-27.100 through C.39:3-27.105). L.1999,c.31,s.14.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-7 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-7
Suspension of sentence; probation
Status: in_force

In any proceeding instituted pursuant to the provisions of this subtitle, except where a mandatory penalty is fixed herein, the magistrate may suspend the imposition or execution of sentence, and may also place the defendant on probation under the supervision of the chief probation officer of the county for a period of not less than six months nor more than one year. The probation shall be effected and administered pursuant to the provisions of sections 2A:168-1 to 2A:168-13 of the New Jersey Statutes. Amended by L.1953, c. 36, p. 620, s. 9.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3C-21 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3C / Section 3C-21
Post-accident procedures.
Status: in_force

21. The operator of any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike involved in an accident resulting in injuries or death of any person or property damage shall comply with the procedures in R.S.39:4-129 and R.S.39:4-130. L.1973, c.307, s.21; amended 1985, c.375, s.21; 2009, c.275, s.21.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.141 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.141
Issuance of Gold Star Family License Plates.
Status: in_force

1. a. Upon proper application, the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall issue Gold Star Family license plates for any motor vehicle owned or leased by a family member of a member of the armed services who lost his life while on active duty for the United States, and registered in the State. In addition to the registration number and other markings or identification otherwise prescribed by law, the Gold Star Family license plate shall display a gold star and the words "Gold Star Family." The license plates shall be designed by the Department of New Jersey of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc., and approved by the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. b. As used in this section, "family member" means a spouse, parent, brother, sister, child, legal guardian or other legal custodian, whether of the whole or half blood or by adoption. L.2011, c.17, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10A-16 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10A / Section 10A-16
Bar of claims of former owner, other person formerly having legal right and holder of security interest
Status: in_force

Upon the sale of a motor vehicle, or the issuance of a junk title certificate pursuant to the provisions of this act, all claims of interest in the motor vehicle of the former owner, any other person formerly having legal right thereto and any holder of a security interest shall be forever barred, except as provided for in section 10 of this act. L.1983, c. 455, s. 9.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-86 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-86
Overtaking and passing vehicles; crossing "No Passing" lines
Status: in_force

The driver of a vehicle shall not drive to the left side of the center line of a highway in overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction unless the left side is clearly visible and free of oncoming traffic for a sufficient distance ahead to permit the overtaking and passing to be made in safety. The driver of a vehicle shall not drive to the left of the center of a highway in order to overtake and pass another vehicle proceeding in the same direction upon the crest of a grade or upon a curve in the highway where the driver's view along the highway is obstructed within a distance of five hundred feet. Except when otherwise directed by a duly constituted traffic or police officer or when the lane in which he is operating is obstructed and impassable, the driver of a vehicle shall not cross an appropriately marked "No Passing" line in a "No Passing" zone duly established pursuant to a duly promulgated regulation of the State Highway Commissioner or an ordinance or resolution duly adopted by a municipal governing body or a board of chosen freeholders, whichever has jurisdiction over the highway. Amended by L.1948, c. 170, p. 912, s. 3; L.1951, c. 23, p. 82, s. 46.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-42 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-42
Findings, declarations
Status: in_force

2. The Legislature finds and declares that the federal Clean Air Act requires states that have been determined to be in nonattainment for certain ambient air quality standards to take extraordinary measures to reduce air emissions; and that among these measures is an enhanced motor vehicle inspection and maintenance program. The Legislature further finds and declares that the standards established by the United States Environmental Protection Agency are based on computer modeling and not on scientific testing; that the requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency regulations therefore may not achieve the federal emission reduction goals for New Jersey; and that officials of the Environmental Protection Agency are no longer mandating that the State program require the use of the "I/M 240" test and have recently expressed a greater flexibility in allowing states to make certain decisions in the implementation of this enhanced inspection and maintenance program. The Legislature further finds and declares that the inspection and maintenance program being imposed by the Environmental Protection Agency pursuant to the federal law will be expensive and burdensome on the citizens of this State, but that the alternative to adopting this program is a series of federal sanctions that would result in the loss of federal highway monies, more stringent permitting criteria for industry and the imposition of an air pollution control program by the Environmental Protection Agency. The Legislature further finds and declares that it would not adopt this enhanced motor vehicle inspection and maintenance program if the federal government were not forcing such action by the threat of the above-mentioned sanctions. The Legislature further finds and declares that it shall take this opportunity to improve the existing motor vehicle inspection system by authorizing competitive contracting for or privatization of motor vehicle inspections and making other necessary legislative reforms to the provisions of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes. The Legislature therefore determines that an enhanced inspection and maintenance program shall be adopted, that this inspection and maintenance program shall be as consumer-friendly as possible and shall not use the "I/M 240" test, except as hereinafter specified, and that advanced testing technologies, including but not limited to remote sensing, shall be investigated and used for emission testing to the extent permitted by the Environmental Protection Agency. L.1995,c.112,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-35 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-35
Fee for inspection
Status: in_force

The director shall establish a fee for the inspections required under sections 3 and 4 of this act. The fees shall be deposited in a non-lapsing fund which is dedicated to the administration of this act. L.1983, c. 323, s. 5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-30.11 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-30.11
Initial notification; defense; accumulated points
Status: in_force

It shall not be a defense to nor a reason for an adjournment of any suspension proceeding instituted pursuant to this act that a. the director initially notified the licensee of any less stringent administrative alternatives then available to the licensee, prior to the division receiving notification of more recent points accumulated by the licensee, or b. the director failed to notify the licensee, pursuant to the provisions of section 3of this act, of the number of points he had accumulated. At any hearing held pursuant to this act, the administrative law judge shall consider as reason forthe suspension and the length of the suspension the actual number of points accumulated by the licensee prior to the date of the hearing. L.1982, c. 43, s. 7.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-202 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-202
Approval of resolutions, ordinances or regulation by commissioner
Status: in_force

No resolution, ordinance or regulation passed, enacted or established under authority of this article shall be effective until submitted to and approved by the Commissioner of Transportation, as provided in R.S. 39:4-8, except as otherwise provided therein. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 119, s. 116; L.1983, c. 227, s. 6, eff. June 27, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-213 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-213
Control of traffic during emergency conditions; Attorney-General's powers
Status: in_force

Whenever the Attorney-General shall determine that an emergency condition exists with regard to the flow of vehicular traffic in this State, he may, through police agencies under his control, determine and control the direction of the flow of such traffic on any State highway, municipal or county road, including the right to detour, reroute or divert any or all traffic necessary to remove the emergency then existing. Said traffic may be detoured, rerouted or diverted to other State highways, or municipal or county roads. The Attorney-General further shall determine the type of vehicle or vehicles permitted to be operated on such State highway, or municipal or county road. L.1950, c. 70, p. 128, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-113 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-113
Continuously controlled highway
Status: in_force

Each intersection on a continuously controlled highway shall be controlled by signals or suitable signs. If traffic signals are not erected at every intersection it shall not be construed as a continuously controlled highway.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-31 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-31
Revocation of driver's license by director or magistrate
Status: in_force

The director or any magistrate before whom any hearing under this subtitle is had may revoke the license of any person to drive a motor vehicle, when such person shall have been guilty of such willful violation of any of the provisions of this subtitle as shall, in the discretion of the magistrate, justify such revocation. Amended by L.1953, c. 36, p. 624, s. 30.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-5.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-5.1
Duration, use, school buses.
Status: in_force

1. School buses manufactured prior to April 1, 1977, other than those of the transit type whose gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) exceeds 25,000 pounds, shall not be used for pupil transportation purposes beyond the end of the tenth year from the date of manufacture, as noted on the vehicle registration, or at the end of the school year in which that date falls, whichever is later. School buses manufactured on or after April 1, 1977 and before January 1, 2007, other than those of the transit type whose gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) exceeds 25,000 pounds, shall not be used for pupil transportation purposes beyond the end of the twelfth year from the date of manufacture, as noted on the vehicle registration, or at the end of the school year in which that date falls, whichever is later. School buses manufactured on or after January 1, 2007, and school buses manufactured prior to January 1, 2007 that have been installed with closed crankcase technology pursuant to the provisions of section 6 of P.L.2005, c.219 (C.26:2C-8.31) and any regulations promulgated thereunder, other than those of the transit type whose gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) exceeds 25,000 pounds, shall not be used for pupil transportation purposes beyond the end of the twentieth year from the date of manufacture, as noted on the vehicle registration, or at the end of the school year in which that date falls, whichever is later. Notwithstanding any provision of this section to the contrary, a "Type S" school bus as defined by N.J.A.C.13:20-51.2 shall not be used for pupil transportation purposes beyond the end of the twelfth year from the date of manufacture, as noted on the vehicle registration, or at the end of the school year in which that date falls, whichever is later, except that the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall extend the retirement date of a Type S school bus by one year upon request by the owner of the Type S school bus, provided that the Type S school bus passes an additional inspection that is consistent with the inspection procedures established under the enhanced safety inspection program established pursuant to the "School Bus Enhanced Safety Inspection Act," P.L.1999, c.5 (C.39:3B-18 et seq.). The chief administrator shall not grant a Type S school bus more than one extension. Nothing provided herein shall be construed to allow the use of any school bus for pupil transportation purposes if that school bus is determined to be unsafe or unfit for pupil transportation. L.1983, c.206, s.1; amended 2011, c.130, s.1; 2023, c.144.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-214 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-214
Signals; signs; police personnel
Status: in_force

For the purpose of carrying into effect the provisions of this act, the Attorney-General is authorized to erect directional signals or signs, and assign such police personnel as may be necessary for the manual direction of traffic during said emergency. L.1950, c. 70, p. 129, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-183.10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-183.10
Message; wording and symbols
Status: in_force

Wording and arrangement for each type of traffic sign shall be as specified in subsequent sections of this act; symbols on the sign shall take the place of a word message wherever indicated in subsequent sections of this act. In situations where messages or symbols are required other than those herein provided for, the signs shall be of the same shape and color as standard signs of the same functional type. L.1941, c. 345, p. 907, s. 11. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 104, s. 86.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-197.10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-197.10
Qualifications for appointment to unit.
Status: in_force

2. No person shall be appointed to or continue to be eligible for participation in the parking enforcement unit for persons with disabilities unless the person: a. Evidences no criminal record as a result of a State criminal history record background check through the State Bureau of Identification in the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety; b. Is a resident of the municipality in which the unit is established; and c. Is at least 18 years of age. L.1991, c.442, s.2; amended 2017, c.131, s.160.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-76.2k — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-76.2k
Informational booklet; availability to public
Status: in_force

The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall develop a booklet containing information on the benefits of wearing safety seat belt systems. The booklet shall be made available upon request to the general public. L.1984, c. 179, s. 7, eff. March 1, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-30.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-30.1
Registration in names of husband and wife; title; presumption; procedure upon death
Status: in_force

In the event that a motor vehicle is registered in the names of 2 individuals who are husband and wife title shall be presumed to vest in both persons with right of survivorship. In the event of the death of either, a new certificate of ownership and registration certificate may be granted to the survivor upon proof of such death and surrender of the certificate of ownership signed by said survivor and without the necessity of a Short Certificate, Surrogate's Affidavit or other evidence of administration. L.1964, c. 41, s. 1. Amended by L.1965, c. 183, s. 1, eff. Nov. 29, 1965.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-20 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-20
Fine, suspension, revocation of license; rules, regulations.
Status: in_force

39:10-20. The chief administrator may impose a fine not to exceed $500 for a first offense and $1,000 for any subsequent offense upon the holder of a license for a violation of any provision of this chapter. The board is authorized to adopt rules and regulations, in accordance with the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), implementing the provisions of this chapter and authorizing the chief administrator to impose fines for the violation of these rules and regulations. The chief administrator may suspend for a period less than the unexpired term of a license or revoke a license, after hearing, for a violation of any provision of this chapter, or for a violation of the rules and regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, or upon the final conviction of the licensee of a crime, arising out of fraud or misrepresentation in the sale, leasing or financing of a motor vehicle, or upon proof of the failure of a licensee to make payment of the amount of any final judgment, rendered by a court of competent jurisdiction against such licensee and founded upon a claim arising out of fraud or misrepresentation in the sale or leasing of a motor vehicle, within 90 days after the same is finally entered, or for final conviction of the licensee for violating any provision of chapter 171 of Title 2A or of any supplement thereof (Observance of Sabbath Days). The clerk of the court in which any conviction is rendered, or the court where it has no clerk, shall forward to the chief administrator, immediately upon the entry thereof, a certified copy of the conviction or a transcript thereof. The clerk of the court in which any judgment founded upon fraud or misrepresentation is rendered, or the court where it has no clerk, shall forward to the chief administrator, immediately after the expiration of the 90 days, a certified copy of the judgment, or a transcript thereof, showing it to have been unsatisfied more than 90 days after it became final. The chief administrator shall, before suspending or revoking the license, and at least 10 days prior to the date set for the hearing, notify the holder of the license, in writing, of any charges made, and shall afford him an opportunity to be heard in person or by counsel. The written notice may be served either personally or by registered mail addressed to the last-known address of the licensee. The chief administrator may subpoena and bring before the chief administrator any person in this State, or take testimony by deposition, in the same manner as prescribed by law in judicial proceedings in the courts of this State, and shall also issue and deliver to the dealer such subpoenas as are requested by the chief administrator. The Appellate Division of the Superior Court shall have power to review, by an appeal in lieu of prerogative writ taken by an aggrieved person, a final determination of the chief administrator. Any fine imposed and collected pursuant to this section shall be remitted to the commission and used to defray the costs of the commission. Amended 1946, c.136, s.16; 1953, c.36, s.35; 1955, c.253; 1994, c.190, s.10; 2007, c.335, s.26.
N.J. Stat. § 39:7-7 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 7 / Section 7-7
Power of attorney constituting director agent for service condition precedent to release on bail
Status: in_force

Whenever any collision or accident shall occur in this State and the driver of any motor vehicle involved therein shall be a non-resident and not licensed under the laws of this State to operate a motor vehicle, or a motor vehicle involved in any such collision or accident shall not be registered or licensed under the laws of this State, the magistrate before whom the nonresident owner or operator of such motor vehicle shall be brought shall require such nonresident owner or operator, as a condition to his release on bail or otherwise, to execute a written power of attorney to the director, appointing such director his lawful agent for the acceptance of service of process in any civil action instituted or to be instituted by any resident of this State against such nonresident for or on account of any claim, demand or cause of action arising out of such collision or accident. The power of attorney herein required shall be upon a form prepared and furnished to recorders and other committing magistrates by the director and shall, after the execution thereof, be filed with the director. The requirements of this section shall be in addition to, and not in limitation of any other law concerning the giving of bail or other security. Amended by L.1949, c. 190, p. 638, s. 5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-10.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-10.3
Posting of sign required; violations, penalties; renters required to provide helmet; immunity.
Status: in_force

3. a. A person regularly engaged in the business of selling or renting bicycles shall post a sign at the point where the sale or rental transaction is completed stating: "STATE LAW REQUIRES A BICYCLE RIDER UNDER 17 YEARS OF AGE TO WEAR A HELMET." The size of the sign shall be at a minimum 15 inches in length and 8 inches in width. This notification requirement shall not apply to a seller when a bicycle is sold through the use of a catalog or brochure and the purchase and payment are made by mail, telephone or another telecommunications or electronic method. A person who fails to post a sign required by this subsection within 60 days after the effective date of this amendatory act (P.L.1995, c.177) shall be subject to a penalty not to exceed $25 a day for each day the business is open to the public and the sign is not posted. The enforcement of this subsection shall be vested in the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs of the Department of Law and Public Safety, the inspectors appointed under his authority, and the police or peace officers of, or inspectors duly appointed for this purpose, by any municipality or county or by the State. Jurisdiction of proceedings to collect the penalties prescribed by this act is vested in the Superior Court and the municipal court in any municipality where the defendant may be apprehended or where he may reside. Process shall be either a summons or warrant and shall be executed in a summary manner pursuant to the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999," P.L.1999, c.274 (C.2A:58-10 et seq.). b. A person regularly engaged in the business of renting bicycles shall provide a helmet to a person under 17 years of age who will operate the bicycle in an area where a helmet is required, if the person does not already have a helmet in his possession. A fee may be charged for the helmet rental. c. A person regularly engaged in the business of selling or renting bicycles who complies with the applicable requirements of this section shall not be liable in a civil action for damages for any physical injury sustained by a bicycle operator or passenger who is under the age of 17 years as a result of the operator's or passenger's failure to wear a helmet or to wear a properly fitted or fastened helmet in violation of the requirements of this act. d. Within 60 days after the effective date of this amendatory act (P.L.1995, c.177), the Division of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Law and Public Safety shall make a reasonable effort to notify any person who is regularly engaged in the business of selling or renting bicycles of the requirements of this section. The responsibility of a person under this section shall not be abrogated or diminished in any manner if the person fails to receive or become aware of a notice from the division. L.1991,c.465,s.3; amended 1995, c.177; 2005, c.208, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.31 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.31
Surrender of special registration plates after leaving office
Status: in_force

Said special registration plates shall be surrendered to the Division of Motor Vehicles within 30 days after leaving said office. L.1981,c.401,s.3; amended 1991,c.146,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-13 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-13
Charges
Status: in_force

a. A licensee may charge any owner whose vehicle was adjusted, corrected or repaired by or under the direction of the licensee an amount for certification to be determined by the director. b. A licensee may charge any owner who himself has made the necessary adjustments, corrections or repairs an amount for reinspection computed at the hourly rate charged by the licensee for normal on premises repairs, and an amount for certification. The director shall determine the average length of time required to reinspect a specific rejected item, which shall be the maximum time for which a licensee may charge, and shall determine the charge for certification. c. Licensees shall post a schedule of charges for initial inspection, reinspection and for certification in a prominent place on the premises, and shall file a copy thereof with the director. d. A licensee may charge an owner whose motor vehicle has been initially inspected by or under the direction of the licensee an amount to be determined by the director. e. No licensed private inspection center shall require, as a condition of performing the inspection, that any needed repairs or adjustments be done by the person or at the facility of the person performing the inspection. f. No service or adjustment shall be performed on the vehicle at the licensed private inspection center where the vehicle was initially inspected unless the customer signs a written acknowledgment and waiver indicating that he understands his right to have service and adjustment done elsewhere and expressly waives his right. L. 1975, c. 156, s. 5, eff. July 16, 1975. Amended by L. 1986, c. 22, s. 6, eff. June 2, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-30.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-30.2
Review by chief administrator, alternatives to suspension, revocation.
Status: in_force

1. Any moving violation of the motor vehicle law which carries with it a penalty of suspension or revocation of a driver's license may be subject to review by the chief administrator. The chief administrator, in his or his designee's discretion, may permit a driver subject to suspension or revocation to elect to attend a New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Driver Improvement Program in lieu of all or part of a period of suspension. This discretionary authority shall not apply to those sections of the motor vehicle law which require the imposition of a mandatory suspension term. In addition to, or in lieu of, the Driver Improvement Program offered by the commission, the chief administrator may authorize a drivers' school licensed pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1951, c.216 (C.39:12-2) or any statewide safety organization to provide a Driver Improvement Program, the course of which shall be subject to the oversight of, and any guidelines established by, the commission. The authority of the chief administrator to suspend, revoke, or deny issuance of an initial or renewal license to operate a driving school, or an instructor's license, and to assess fines, pursuant to P.L.1951, c.216 (C.39:12-1 et seq.) shall apply to any violations related to the administration of a Driver Improvement Program. L.1969, c.261, s.1; amended 1977, c.27, s.1; 2009, c.298, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-92.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-92.3
Public awareness campaign.
Status: in_force

2. The Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety in the Department of Law and Public Safety shall establish a public awareness campaign to inform the general public concerning: (1) the importance of motor vehicle operators changing lanes or reducing the speed of their vehicles and being prepared to stop when approaching a stationary vehicle that is displaying flashing or blinking lights, as required pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2009, c.5 (C.39:4-92.2); (2) the risks associated with the failure of a motor vehicle operator to comply with the provisions of section 1 of P.L.2009, c.5 (C.39:4-92.2); and (3) the penalties and fines that are imposed on a motor vehicle operator who violates section 1 of P.L.2009, c.5 (C.39:4-92.2). L.2019, c.370, s.2; amended 2023, c.325, s.2; 2025, c.248, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-6.19 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-6.19
Supersedure; nonapplicability
Status: in_force

29. a. Registration of apportioned vehicles under this act and the State's participation in the International Registration Plan supersedes all other statutes, acts, and reciprocal agreements covering in whole or in part any of the matters covered by this act. b. The State's participation in the International Registration Plan shall not affect any reciprocal or other agreement, arrangement or understanding the State has with any non-member jurisdiction. L.1995,c.157,s.29.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-183.31 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-183.31
Posting of pedestrian crossing yield signs.
Status: in_force

3. The Commissioner of Transportation shall post, and shall request county and municipal authorities to post, pedestrian crossing yield signs that make reference to State law at all crosswalks at intersections that have demonstrated pedestrian safety problems and are not controlled by a traffic control signal. The signs shall conform to the "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices". L.2005,c.158,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-138.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-138.1
Determination of "no parking zones".
Status: in_force

1. The commissioner, by regulations, shall have authority to establish and maintain "no parking" zones on portions of State highways where parking is deemed hazardous or inimical to the proper flow of traffic. "No parking" zones so established shall be clearly marked by appropriate signs of a type and design according to specifications adopted by the commissioner. L.1948,c.342,s.1; amended 1951, c.23, s.78; 2003, c.13, s.52.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.13a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.13a
Requirements to perform safety-sensitive functions, drug and alcohol clearinghouse information requests.
Status: in_force

2. a. A driver who has engaged in conduct prohibited by Subpart B of 49 C.F.R. s.382 shall not perform safety-sensitive functions, including driving a commercial motor vehicle, unless the driver has met the return to duty requirements of Subpart O of 49 C.F.R. s.40 and, if the driver's CDL or CLP was downgraded, has had the CDL or CLP reinstated. b. By applying for a CDL or CLP, a driver is deemed to have consented to the release of information from the drug and alcohol clearinghouse to the chief administrator. c. No later than November 1, 2024, the chief administrator shall request information from the drug and alcohol clearinghouse for all applicants applying for an initial, renewal, transfer, or upgraded CDL or CLP. If the chief administrator receives notification that, pursuant to 49 C.F.R. s.382.503, the applicant is prohibited from operating a commercial motor vehicle, the chief administrator shall not issue, renew, transfer, or upgrade a CDL or CLP. d. No later than November 1, 2024, the chief administrator shall, upon receiving notification from the drug and alcohol clearinghouse that a holder of a CDL or CLP is prohibited from operating a commercial motor vehicle, downgrade the CDL or CLP, regardless of whether that notification is received in response to a request under subsection c. of this section. The downgrade shall be completed and recorded on the CDLIS driver record within 60 days after the chief administrator's receipt of such a notification. Upon notification from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that a driver has completed the return-to-duty process, the chief administrator may reinstate the driver's CDL or CLP privileges. e. Upon notification from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that a violation was entered into the drug and alcohol clearinghouse erroneously, the chief administrator shall reinstate the driver's CDL or CLP privileges and remove the downgrade from the applicant's driving record. f. No later than November 1, 2024, the chief administrator shall request information from the drug and alcohol clearinghouse for all applicants applying to renew a hazardous material endorsement. If the chief administrator receives notification that pursuant to 49 C.F.R. s.382.503 the applicant is prohibited from operating a commercial motor vehicle, the chief administrator shall not renew the hazardous material endorsement. If the applicant currently holds a CDL or CLP, the chief administrator shall downgrade the CDL or CLP. L.2024, c.72, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5D-5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5D / Section 5D-5
Applications for new licenses
Status: in_force

Upon application for a license to drive, the licensing authority in a party State shall ascertain whether the applicant has ever held, or is the holder of a license to drive issued by any other party State. The licensing authority in the State where application is made shall not issue a license to drive to the applicant if: (1) The applicant has held such a license, but the same has been suspended by reason, in whole or in part, of a violation and if such suspension period has not terminated. (2) The applicant has held such a license, but the same has been revoked by reason, in whole or in part, of a violation and if such revocation has not terminated, except that after the expiration of 1 year from the date the license was revoked, such person may make application for a new license if permitted by law. The licensing authority may refuse to issue a license to any such applicant if, after investigation, the licensing authority determines that it will not be safe to grant to such person the privilege of driving a motor vehicle on the public highways. (3) The applicant is the holder of a license to drive issued by another party State and currently in force unless the applicant surrenders such license. L.1966, c. 73, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.125 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.125
Use of appropriated funds
Status: in_force

4. Funds from the Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Fund shall be annually appropriated first to reimburse the amount contributed by those organizations pursuant to section 3 of this act, and then: a. to reimburse the Division of Motor Vehicles for all costs, including those costs associated with computer programming changes, incurred in producing, issuing, renewing and publicizing the availability of law enforcement officer memorial license plates; b. to reimburse the Department of Transportation for the design and printing of notices, posters and signs to be utilized by the Division of Motor Vehicles; and c. for the establishment of a scholarship program for the children of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty pursuant to section 5 of this act. L.2001,c.41,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-75 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-75
Safety glass
Status: in_force

The term "safety glass" shall be construed as meaning glass so treated or combined with other materials as to reduce, in comparison with ordinary sheet glass or plate glass, the likelihood of injury to persons by objects from exterior sources or by glass when the glass is cracked or broken. The term "safety glazing material" shall be construed as meaning "safety glass" ; or other glazing materials, such as plastics, produced for the purpose of safety in glazing; or a combination of safety glass and other safety glazing material. The term "approved safety glazing material" shall be construed as meaning safety glazing material of a type approved by the director. In the approving of safety glazing materials, the director is hereby given authority to make use of recognized standards to confine the use of certain types of safety glazing materials to a specific location in or on the vehicle, or to a certain purpose. No person shall drive any motor vehicle manufactured on or after July first, nineteen hundred and thirty-five and registered in this State unless such vehicle is equipped with approved safety glazing material wherever glazing is used in doors, windows and windshields. The term "windshield" shall be construed to include wings, deflectors and side shields; also front corner lights adjoining windshields. Every section of safety glazing material shall be legibly and permanently marked with the manufacturers' distinctive designations, under which the safety glazing material was approved, so as to be visible when installed. No person shall drive any motor vehicle equipped with safety glazing material which causes undue or unsafe distortion of visibility or equipped with unduly fractured, discolored or deteriorated safety glazing material, and the director may revoke the registration of any such vehicle. Amended by L.1949, c. 258, p. 823, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-8 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-8
Certificate of origin, title; security interests.
Status: in_force

39:10-8. When a new motor vehicle is delivered in this State by the manufacturer to his agent or a dealer, or a person purchasing directly from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall execute and deliver to his agent or a dealer, or a person purchasing directly from the manufacturer, a certificate of origin in the form prescribed by the chief administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, and no person shall bring into this State any new motor vehicle unless he has in his possession the certificate of origin as prescribed by the chief administrator. The certificate of origin shall contain the manufacturer's vehicle identification number and the motor number when used of the motor vehicle sold, name of the manufacturer, the manufacturer's shipping weight, a general description of the body, if any, the type and model and the gross vehicle weight rating. When a new motor vehicle is sold in this State, the manufacturer, his agent or a dealer shall execute and deliver to the purchaser an assignment of the certificate of origin, with the genuine names and business or residence addresses of both stated thereon, and certified to have been executed with full knowledge of the contents and with the consent of both purchaser and seller. If, in connection with such sale, a security interest is taken or retained by the seller to secure all or a part of the purchase price of the motor vehicle, or is taken by a person who by making an advance or incurring an obligation gives value to enable the purchaser to acquire rights in the motor vehicle, the original certificate of origin need not be delivered to the buyer at time of sale, and the original certificate of origin, with the name and business address of the secured party noted, may be delivered directly to the Motor Vehicle Commission for issuance of a certificate of title in the name of the purchaser. The name and the business or residence address of the secured party or his assignee shall be noted on the manufacturer's certificate of origin. Nothing in this section shall apply to security interests in motor vehicles which constitute inventory held for sale, but such interests shall be subject to chapter 9 of Title 12A of the New Jersey Statutes. Amended 1946, c.136, s.4; 1949, c.235, s.3; 1955, c.8, s.11; 1961, c.122, s.2; 1962, c.193, s.1; 1990, c.115, s.6; 2007, c.335, s.22.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-126 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-126
Signaling before starting, turning or stopping
Status: in_force

No person shall turn a vehicle at an intersection unless the vehicle is in proper position upon the roadway as required in section 39:4-123, or turn a vehicle to enter a private road or driveway or otherwise turn a vehicle from a direct course or move right or left upon a roadway, or start or back a vehicle unless and until such movement can be made with safety. No person shall so turn any vehicle without giving an appropriate signal in the manner hereinafter provided in the event any other traffic may be affected by such movement. A signal of intention to turn right or left when required shall be given continuously during not less than the last 100 feet traveled by the vehicle before turning. No person shall stop or suddenly decrease the speed of a vehicle without first giving an appropriate signal in the manner provided herein to the driver of any vehicle immediately to the rear. The signal herein required shall be given either by means of the hand and arm in the manner herein specified, or by an approved mechanical or electrical signal device, except that when a vehicle is so constructed or loaded as to prevent the hand and arm signal from being visible, both to front and rear, the signal shall be given by a device of a type which has been approved by the division. When the signal is given by means of the hand and arm, the driver shall indicate his intention to stop or turn by extending the hand and arm from and beyond the left side of the vehicle in the following manner and such signals shall indicate as follows: (a) Left turn.--Hand and arm extended horizontally. (b) Right turn.--Hand and arm extended upward. (c) Stop or decrease speed.--Hand and arm extended downward. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 92, s. 67; L.1956, c. 107, p. 485, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5H-1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5H / Section 5H-1
Short title.
Status: in_force

1. Sections 1 through 27 of P.L.2017, c.26 (C.39:5H-1 et seq.) shall be known and may be cited as the "Transportation Network Company Safety and Regulatory Act." L.2017, c.26, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-43 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-43
Powers of commission.
Status: in_force

39:3-43. The commission is hereby given authority to pass upon the construction and equipment of any vehicle, motor vehicle or motor-drawn vehicle with a view to its safety for use on a street or highway and it shall be lawful for the commission to refuse registration to any vehicle that in its estimation is not a proper vehicle to be used upon a highway. The commission is hereby authorized to promulgate regulations, not inconsistent with this chapter, concerning the construction and equipment of any vehicle, motor vehicle or motor-drawn vehicle. The commission may require the approval of any equipment or device and may set up the procedure which shall be followed when any equipment or device is submitted for approval. The commission may revoke or suspend for cause and after hearing any certificate of approval that may be issued under this article. The commission at its discretion is hereby authorized to disapprove any equipment or device. Amended 2003, c.13, s.103.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.17 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.17
Issuance, transfer of commercial driver license
Status: in_force

The director shall issue a commercial driver license only to a person who operates or will operate a commercial motor vehicle and is domiciled in this State. A person shall apply to the director within 30 days after establishing domicile in this State for the transfer of a commercial driver license from the state in which the person was previously domiciled. L.1990,c.103,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5F-4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5F / Section 5F-4
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this compact: a. "Citation" means any summons, ticket, or other official document issued by a police officer for a traffic violation, containing an order which requires the motorist to respond; b. "Collateral" means any cash or other security deposited to secure an appearance for trial, following the issuance by a police officer of a citation for a traffic violation; c. "Compliance" means the act of answering a citation, summons or subpena through appearance at court, or payment of fines and costs, or both; d. "Court" means a court of law or traffic tribunal; e. "Driver's license" means any license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle issued under the laws of the home jurisdiction; f. "Home jurisdiction" means the jurisdiction that issued the driver's license of the traffic violator; g. "Issuing jurisdiction" means the jurisdiction in which the traffic citation was issued to the motorist; h. "Jurisdiction" means a state, territory, or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Provinces of Canada, or other countries; i. "Motorist" means a driver of a motor vehicle operating in a party jurisdiction other than the home jurisdiction; j. "Personal recognizance" means an agreement by a motorist made at the time of issuance of the traffic citation that he will comply with the terms of that traffic citation; k. "Police officer" means any individual authorized by the party jurisdiction to issue a citation for a traffic violation; l. "Terms of the citation" means those options expressly stated upon the citation. L.1983, c. 46, s. 4, eff. Jan. 28, 1983. Article III
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-201.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-201.1
"No passing" zones.
Status: in_force

114. With respect to highways under his jurisdiction the commissioner, by regulations, shall have authority to establish and maintain as "no passing" zones portions of such highways where overtaking and passing, or driving to the left of the roadway is deemed especially hazardous. Notice to the public of the establishment of said "no-passing" zones, shall be given in the manner provided in section 39:4-198 of the Revised Statutes. L.1951,23,s.114; amended 2003, c.13, s.57.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-49.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-49.1
Drug possession by motor vehicle operator.
Status: in_force

1. A person shall not operate a motor vehicle on any highway while knowingly having in the person's possession or in the motor vehicle any controlled dangerous substance as classified in Schedules I, II, III, IV and V of the "New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substances Act," P.L.1970, c.226 (C.24:21-1 et seq.) or any prescription legend drug, unless the person has obtained the substance or drug from, or on a valid written prescription of, a duly licensed physician, veterinarian, dentist, or other medical practitioner licensed to write prescriptions intended for the treatment or prevention of disease in humans or animals or unless the person possesses a controlled dangerous substance pursuant to a lawful order of a practitioner or lawfully possesses a Schedule V substance. A person who violates this section, except a person who violates the provisions of N.J.S.2C:35-10, shall be fined not less than $50. L.1964, c.289, s.1; amended 1985, c.239; 2019, c.276, s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-61.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-61.2
Combination of lighting devices and reflectors; prohibited combinations
Status: in_force

(a) Any 2 or more lighting devices and reflectors may be combined into one shell or housing except as stated below, provided that the requirements for each required lighting device or reflector are met and that neither the mounting nor the use of any nonrequired lighting device is inconsistent with this article in any respect: (1) No turn signal may be combined with a headlamp or other lighting device or combination of lighting devices capable of producing a greater intensity of light than the turn signal when the turn signal is operating. (2) No turn signal may be combined with a stop lamp unless the arrangement of switches or other parts is such that the stop light is extinguished whenever the turn signal is in use. (3) No clearance lamp may be combined with a tail lamp or an identification lamp. (b) Any lamp or lamps combined in the same shell or housing with a turn signal may be turned off by the same switch that turns the signal on for flashing, and turned on again when the turn signal as such is turned off. L.1964, c. 136, s. 8.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-33c — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-33c
Merchandise intended to conceal, degrade license plate legibility prohibited; fine.
Status: in_force

1. A person shall not sell, offer for sale, distribute, transfer, purchase, receive, or possess any merchandise, including but not limited to retractable license plate holders, reflective spray, or anti-photograph license plate covers, knowing that such merchandise is designed or intended to be used to conceal or degrade the legibility of any part of any marking imprinted upon a vehicle's license plate for the purpose of evading law enforcement. The penalty for a violation of this section shall be a fine not to exceed $500. Nothing in this section shall be construed to impose liability on a newspaper that accepts or publishes classified advertising for merchandise that is designed or intended to be used to conceal or degrade the legibility of any part of any marking imprinted upon a vehicle's license plate for the purpose of evading law enforcement. L.2015, c.49, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-89 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-89
Following; space between trucks
Status: in_force

The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard to the speed of the preceding vehicle and the traffic upon, and condition of, the highway. The driver of a motor truck when traveling upon a highway, outside of a business or residence district, shall not follow another motor truck within one hundred feet, but this shall not be construed to prevent one motor truck overtaking and passing another.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-77 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-77
Rules, regulations.
Status: in_force

19. Except as otherwise provided in this act, the commission, the Department of Environmental Protection, and the Department of Transportation may adopt rules and regulations pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.) to effectuate the purposes of this act. L.1995,c.157,s.19; amended 2003, c.13, s.90.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-136 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-136
Parking on highway; removing vehicle; disabled vehicle
Status: in_force

No person shall park or leave standing a vehicle, whether attended or unattended, upon the roadway, outside of a business or residence district, when it is practicable to park or leave it standing off the roadway. In no event shall a person park or leave standing a vehicle whether attended or unattended, upon a roadway, unless a clear and unobstructed width of not less than fifteen feet upon the roadway opposite the standing vehicle is left for free passage of other vehicles thereon, nor unless a clear view of the vehicle may be obtained from a distance of two hundred feet in each direction upon the roadway. In the event that a vehicle is disabled or otherwise unable to proceed while on the roadway of a highway, the driver or person in charge of such vehicle shall immediately, by the quickest means of communication, notify the nearest police authority. Any vehicle, upon a roadway, which is disabled to the extent that the operator cannot move it, or any unoccupied vehicle parked or standing in violation of this chapter shall be deemed a nuisance and a menace to the safe and proper regulation of traffic and any peace officer may provide for the removal of such vehicle. The owner shall pay the reasonable costs of the removal and storage which may result from such removal, before regaining possession of the vehicle. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 99, s. 76.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-6 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-6
Employee seniority, benefits transferred, continued.
Status: in_force

6. a. Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 11A of the New Jersey Statutes and rules promulgated thereunder to the contrary, employees of a private motor vehicle agency who were employed with that agency immediately after serving in the division prior to its privatization, shall, upon returning to State service as employees of the commission, receive civil service seniority credit for all years of employment service retroactive to the date upon which they commenced State employment prior to employment with the private motor vehicle agency. These employees shall also receive civil service seniority credit for all years of employment with the private motor vehicle agency as if the employment were total and continuous. b. Employees employed by the private motor vehicle agency who enter State service as employees of the commission but who have no prior State service shall receive civil service seniority credit for all years of employment with the private motor vehicle agency. c. Civil service seniority credit for all employees referred to in subsections a. and b. of this section shall only be used to determine seniority credit for layoff and promotional purposes and accrual of paid leave. d. Accumulated sick and vacation leave for employees entering or returning to State service as provided in subsections a. and b. of this section shall be transferred and credited to their State leave accounts immediately upon their return to State service. L.2003,c.13,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-14 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-14
Compulsory uninsured motorist coverage.
Status: in_force

14. Every owner or registrant of an automobile or autocycle registered or principally garaged in this State shall maintain uninsured motorist coverage as provided in P.L.1968, c.385 (C.17:28-1.1). L.1972, c.70, s.14; amended 2016, c.35, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10a
Fee for restoration of suspended or revoked licenses, vehicle registrations.
Status: in_force

23. The chief administrator shall charge a fee of $100 for the restoration of any license which has been suspended or revoked by reason of the licensee's violation of any law or regulation and for the restoration of vehicle registrations that have been suspended pursuant to any law. The chief administrator may promulgate such regulations hereunder as he may deem necessary. L.1975, c.180, s.23; amended 1982, c.53, s.1; 1994, c.60, s.14; 2002, c.34, s.14; 2007, c.283, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10A-3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10A / Section 10A-3
Issuance of junk title certificate; grounds
Status: in_force

If the public agency taking possession of a motor vehicle pursuant to this act shall, in its report thereof to the director, certify on an application prescribed by him that such motor vehicle is incapable of being operated safely or of being put in safe operational conditional except at a cost in excess of the value thereof, the division shall, without further certification or verification, issue to the public agency for a fee of $2.00 a junk title certificate thereto, with proper assignment thereon, which shall be assigned and delivered to the purchaser of the vehicle at public sale. L.1964, c. 81, s. 3. Amended by L.1975, c. 180, s. 19, eff. Jan. 1, 1976.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-11.5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-11.5
Persons in military or naval service or discharged or released therefrom; "in time of emergency" defined
Status: in_force

Any person, who is the holder of a valid license to drive a motor vehicle at the time he or she enters the active military or naval service of the United States, in time of war or time of emergency, may continue to exercise the driving privilege therein conferred until the expiration of 180 days after the termination of the war or emergency, or for a period of 3 months from the date of his or her discharge or release from such service under conditions other than dishonorable, without payment of any fee therefor to the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles; provided, however, no such person shall exercise said privilege except when attired in official military uniform or when having in his or her possession evidence of his or her said discharge or release or of his or her active military status or assignment. As used herein the term "in time of emergency" shall mean and include any time after June 23, 1950, and prior to the termination, suspension or revocation of the proclamation of the existence of a national emergency issued by the President of the United States on December 16, 1950, or termination of the existence of such national emergency by appropriate action of the President or Congress of the United States, and shall also mean and include any time after December 31, 1960, and prior to the date of the termination of the warlike conditions in the southeast Asia area by appropriate action of the President or Congress of the United States. L.1943, c. 98, p. 321, s. 1. Amended by L.1944, c. 38, p. 94, s. 1; L.1946, c. 3, p. 16, s. 1; L.1953, c. 106, p. 1286, s. 1; L.1970, c. 332, s. 1, eff. Dec. 29, 1970.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-19.4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-19.4
Vehicle used for summer day or residence camps; inspection; liability insurance coverage
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding the provisions of section 2 of P.L.1974, c. 162 (C. 39:3-19.2) or of any other law, any vehicle with a seating capacity of 16 or less which is used to transport children to or from summer day camps or summer residence camps from May 15 to September 15 shall be inspected by the Division of Motor Vehicles prior to May 15 of any year in which the vehicle is to be used for those purposes for compliance with the minimum standards for small vehicles which have been adopted by the Department of Education and shall be covered by motor vehicle liability insurance coverage insuring against loss resulting from liability imposed by law for bodily injury or death sustained by any person arising out of the ownership, maintenance, operation or use of said vehicle wherein such coverage shall be at least in: a. an amount or limit of $300,000.00, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to, or death of, one person, in any one accident; and b. an amount or limit, subject to such limit for any one person so injured or killed, of $500,000.00, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to or death of, more than one person, in any one accident. L.1979, c. 147, s. 2, eff. July 16, 1979. Amended by L.1980, c. 115, s. 2, eff. Sept. 19, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-14.3g — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-14.3g
Operation by person under influence of liquor or drugs; penalty
Status: in_force

It is unlawful for any person to operate a motorized bicycle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, or a narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit-producing drug. Any person who violates the provisions of this act shall be subject to the same penalties as provided in R.S. 39:4-50 for conviction of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of any such substance. In any prosecution for a violation of this act, the presumptions, consent and procedures set forth in P.L.1951, c. 23, s. 30 (C. 39:4-50.1) and P.L.1966, c. 142, ss. 2-5 (C. 39:4-50.2 to 39:4-50.5) shall be applicable. L.1981, c. 97, s. 1, eff. March 31, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-17 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-17
Minutes delivered to Governor, effect of veto.
Status: in_force

17. A true copy of the minutes of every meeting of the board shall be delivered by and under the certification of the secretary of the board, without delay, to the Governor. No action taken at the meeting shall have force or effect until 10 days, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays excepted, after the minutes are delivered, unless during the 10-day period the Governor approves the minutes, in which case the action shall become effective upon approval. If, in that 10-day period, the Governor returns copies of the minutes with a veto of any action taken by the board or any member, the action shall be null and void and of no effect. L.2003, c.13, s.17; amended 2007, c.335, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-24.4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-24.4
Reduction in speed relative to approaching slow moving vehicle; violations, fine.
Status: in_force

5. a. The driver of a motor vehicle traveling in the same direction as and approaching a slow moving vehicle shall, prior to overtaking the slow moving vehicle, reduce the speed of the motor vehicle to that of the slow moving vehicle. This provision shall not apply in areas where there are two or more lanes of traffic flowing in the same direction as the slow moving vehicle. b. For purpose of this section, "slow moving vehicle" means a vehicle affixed with a slow moving vehicle emblem pursuant to subsection (d) of R.S.39:3-24. c. A person who violates the provisions of this section shall be subject to a fine of not less than $100 or more than $500. L.2015, c.292, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-14.12 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-14.12
Motorized scooter, prohibited from operation on public street, highway, sidewalk; exceptions.
Status: in_force

2. a. No person, except for an operator with a mobility-related disability, as authorized by section 2 of P.L.2007, c.21 (C.39:4-14.15), shall operate a motorized scooter upon any public street, highway or sidewalk. b. Except as otherwise provided in section 4 of P.L.2005, c.159 (C.39:4-14.14), no person, except for an operator with a mobility-related disability, as authorized by section 2 of P.L.2007, c.21 (C.39:4-14.15), shall operate a motorized scooter upon any public property or lands. c. No person shall operate a motorized scooter on the property of another without the consent of the owner of that property or the person who has a contractual right to the use of that property. L.2005, c.159, s.2; amended 2007, c.21, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5H-3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5H / Section 5H-3
Restrictions.
Status: in_force

3. A transportation network company or a transportation network company driver shall not provide a taxi, limousine, or other for-hire vehicle service, or freight service except as authorized pursuant to applicable law. A transportation network company driver shall not be required to register the driver's personal vehicle used to provide prearranged rides as a commercial or for-hire vehicle. L.2017, c.26, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-27 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-27
Duration of suspension; default in payment of installment
Status: in_force

The license and registration and nonresident's operating privilege suspended as provided in section three of this act shall remain so suspended and shall not be renewed nor shall any such license or registration be issued to such person until: (a) such person shall deposit or there shall be deposited on his behalf the security required under said section 3 of this act; or (b) one year shall have elapsed following the date of such suspension and evidence satisfactory to the director has been filed with him that during such period no action for damages arising out of the accident has been instituted; or (c) evidence satisfactory to the director has been filed with him of a release from liability, or a final adjudication of nonliability, or a duly acknowledged written agreement, in accordance with section 4(d) of P.L.1952, c. 173 (C. 39:6-26) and with respect to an automobile required to have coverage for personal injury protection benefits pursuant to P.L.1972, c. 70 has filed evidence satisfactory to the director that he has also met the additional requirements of section 4(d) of P.L.1952, c. 173 (C. 39:6-26) pertaining to such automobile; provided, however, in the event there shall be any default in the payment of any installment under any duly acknowledged written agreement, then, upon notice of such default, the director shall forthwith suspend the license and registration or nonresident's operating privilege of such person defaulting which shall not be restored unless and until (1) such person deposits and thereafter maintains security as required under said section 3 of this act in such amount as the director may then determine; or (2) one year shall have elapsed following the date when such security was required and during such period no action upon such agreement has been instituted in a court in this State. Subsections 5(b) and 5(c)(1) of this section shall not apply to amounts in reimbursement of the Unsatisfied Claim and Judgment Fund which remain unpaid after 1 year. L.1952, c. 173, p. 552, s. 5. Amended by L.1972, c. 199, s. 3, eff. Jan. 1, 1973.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-197.15 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-197.15
Uniform and maintenance allowance.
Status: in_force

7. Any person who is selected for the parking enforcement unit for persons with disabilities shall be provided, at the expense of the municipality, with a distinctive uniform on which is affixed a special patch designating the person's function and shall be provided with reasonable maintenance thereof. L.1991, c.442, s.7; amended 2017, c.131, s.164.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-6.7 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-6.7
Vehicles registered in jurisdiction where no agreement, arrangement or declaration is in effect; commercial vehicles
Status: in_force

After July 1, 1969 if no agreement, arrangement or declaration is in effect with respect to another jurisdiction as authorized by this act, any vehicle properly registered or licensed in such other jurisdiction, and for which evidence of compliance is supplied, shall receive, when operated in this State, the same exemptions, benefits and privileges granted by such other jurisdiction to vehicles properly registered in this State. Reciprocity extended under this section shall apply to commercial vehicles only when engaged exclusively in interstate commerce, except as to a foreign registered trailer or semitrailer in intrastate commerce when hauled by a truck, road tractor, or truck tractor registered with the director in conformity with Revised Statutes 39:3-20. L.1969, c. 119, s. 9, eff. July 1, 1969.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-46 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-46
Definitions relative to illuminating devices.
Status: in_force

39:3-46. As used in this article, unless the context requires another or different construction: "Approved" means approved by the commission and when applied to lamps and other illuminating devices means that such lamps and devices must be in good working order and capable of operating at least 50% of their designed efficiency. "Vehicle" means every device in, upon or by which a person or property is or may be transported upon a highway, excepting devices moved by human power or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks. "When lighted lamps are required" means at any time from a half-hour after sunset to a half-hour before sunrise; whenever rain, mist, snow or other precipitation or atmospheric moisture requires the use of windshield wipers by motorists; and during any time when, due to smoke, fog, unfavorable atmospheric conditions or for any other cause there is not sufficient light to render clearly discernible persons and vehicles on the highway at a distance of 500 feet ahead. "Headlamp" means a major lighting device capable of providing general illumination ahead of a vehicle. "Auxiliary driving lamp" means an additional lighting device on a motor vehicle used primarily to supplement the headlamps in providing general illumination ahead of a vehicle. "Single beam headlamps" means headlamps or similar devices arranged so as to permit the driver of the vehicle to use but one distribution of light on the road. "Multiple-beam headlamps" means headlamps or similar devices arranged so as to permit the driver of the vehicle to use one of two or more distributions of light on the road. "Asymmetric headlamps" means headlamps or similar devices arranged so as to permit the driver of the vehicle to use one of several distributions of light on the road, at least one of which is asymmetric about the median vertical axis. "Clear road beam" means the beam from multiple-beam headlamps designed to be used when not approaching other vehicles and designed to provide sufficient candlepower ahead to reveal obstacles at a safe distance ahead under ordinary conditions of road contour and of vehicle loading. "Meeting beam" means the beam from multiple beam or asymmetric headlamps designed to be used when other vehicles are approaching within 500 feet or when signaled and designed so that the illumination on the left side of the road is reduced sufficiently to avoid dangerous glare for the approaching driver. "Lower beam" means the beam from multiple beam or asymmetric headlamps designed to be directed low enough to avoid dangerous glare on both sides of the roadway. "Reflector" means an approved device designed and used to give an indication by reflected light. Amended 1983, c.285; 1995, c.305, s.1; 2003, c.13, s.104.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5A-2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5A / Section 5A-2
Rescission of request
Status: in_force

Any such institution may rescind any request filed by it in conformity with the provisions of the foregoing section, by filing with the clerk of the municipality in which the original request was filed, a written rescission of such request, and thereupon the provisions of subtitle one, Title 39, of the Revised Statutes shall cease to be applicable to the road, street, driveway, trail, terrace, bridle-path, parkway or other roadway, used by vehicular traffic, set forth in such written rescission, effective as of the first day of January in the year next ensuing the filing of the said rescission; provided, however, that no rescission may be filed in the same year in which a request has been filed pursuant to section one of this act. L.1945, c. 284, p. 835, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-97.2a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-97.2a
Disposition of certain surcharges.
Status: in_force

6. a. Notwithstanding the provisions of any other law to the contrary, all debts, including bonds, refunding bonds, notes, and other obligations and the costs thereof which remain outstanding as of the effective date of P.L.2019, c.301 (C.52:9S-3.1 et al.) and that have a pledge of revenues derived specifically from a surcharge imposed pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2000, c.75 (C.39:4-97.2), shall continue to be paid until those debts have been repaid in full pursuant to the terms of those debt contracts. b. After the effective date of P.L.2019, c.301 (C.52:9S-3.1 et al.), no new debts, including bonds, notes, and other obligations shall be issued which pledges or includes revenues derived from a surcharge imposed pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2000, c.75 (C.39:4-97.2) as a source of funding for the repayment of those new bonds, so that once the debts outstanding as of the effective date of P.L.2019, c.301 (C.52:9S-3.1 et al.) have been retired, the revenues collected pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2000, c.75 (C.39:4-97.2) shall not be encumbered by a debt of any sort. c. The provisions of this section shall not prohibit the State from refinancing or refunding any outstanding debts, including bonds, refunding bonds, notes, and other obligations, which remain outstanding as of the effective date of P.L.2019, c.301 (C.52:9S-3.1 et al.) and that have a pledge of revenues derived specifically from a surcharge imposed pursuant to section 1 of P.L.2000, c.75 (C.39:4-97.2), as long as such refinancing or refunding does not extend the maturity date beyond January 1, 2035. L.2019, c.301, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-72 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-72
Tire equipment
Status: in_force

No person shall drive or move any motor vehicle equipped with solid rubber tires unless every such tire shall have rubber on its entire traction surface at least one inch thick above the edge of the flange of the entire periphery. No person shall drive or move any motor vehicle or trailer upon the public highways, unless such motor vehicle or trailer is equipped with tires in safe operating condition in accordance with requirements approved by the director. The director shall promulgate rules of safe operating condition capable of being employed by a law enforcement officer for visual inspection of tires mounted on vehicles including visual comparison with simple measuring gauges. Said requirements shall encompass effects of tread wear and depth of tread. A tire shall be considered unsafe if it has: (1) any ply or cord exposed; or (2) any bump, bulge or knot affecting tire structure; or (3) any break repaired with boot or patch; or (4) worn so that the tread wear indicators contact the road in any two adjacent major grooves at three locations spaced approximately equally around the outside of the tire. Nothing herein shall apply to farm vehicles registered under section 39:3-24 of this Title. Any law enforcement officer, at any time, upon reasonable cause to believe that a vehicle is unsafe or equipped with tires in violation of the provisions of this section or of the rules promulgated hereunder, may require the operator of such vehicle to stop and submit such vehicle to an inspection. If the inspection discloses the vehicle to be in violation, the officer may issue a summons for such violation. Amended by L.1970, c. 129, s. 1, eff. July 8, 1970.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.61 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.61
Definitions
Status: in_force

1. As used in this act: "Director" means the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Law and Public Safety; "Division" means the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Law and Public Safety; "Fund" means the fund created pursuant to section 4 of this act. L.1995,c.176,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:11-1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 11 / Section 11-1
Short title
Status: in_force

The short title of this chapter is the "motor vehicle junk law" .
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.40 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.40
Other laws unaffected
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding the provisions of this act, laws and regulations which are in existence as of the effective date of this act and which provide for the issuance of specific types of special registration plates shall remain operative. L. 1987,c.374, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-2.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-2.1
Regulations.
Status: in_force

2. The Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Superintendent of the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety, shall promulgate regulations pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.) to effectuate the provisions of P.L.2019, c.43 (C.39:3B-2.1 et al.). The regulations shall establish: (1) the appropriate board of education or nonpublic school official or designee to address and respond to a complaint of school bus driver misconduct; (2) the appropriate actions which a board of education or nonpublic school may take to respond to a complaint of school bus driver misconduct; and (3) the time period during which a board of education or nonpublic school may act to respond to a complaint of school bus driver misconduct. L.2019, c.43, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-77 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-77
Selling or using unapproved devices or equipment
Status: in_force

No person shall have for sale, sell or offer for sale for use upon or as a part of the equipment of a motor vehicle any unapproved device or equipment of a type which is required to be approved by the commissioner. No person shall have for sale, sell, offer for sale or use any device, part or accessory which changes or is intended to change the design or designed performance of any device or equipment required to be approved. No person shall have for sale, sell or offer for sale for use upon or as part of the equipment of any motor vehicle or motor-drawn vehicle any device or equipment of a type required to be approved unless such device or equipment bears thereon the trade-mark or name under which it is approved so as to be plainly visible when installed.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-3
Certificate of approval, issuance; owner's obligation for safety.
Status: in_force

39:8-3. a. No certificate of approval shall be issued by an examiner, official inspection facility or private inspection facility until the motor vehicle inspected successfully passes inspections for emissions and emission-related items such as emission control equipment and on-board diagnostics required by the chief administrator and the mechanism, brakes and equipment of the motor vehicle inspected have been found to be in a proper and safe condition and complying with the laws of this State. b. Notwithstanding subsection a. of this section, passenger automobiles registered in accordance with R.S.39:3-4 or R.S.39:3-27 and noncommercial trucks registered in accordance with section 2 of P.L.1968, c.439 (C.39:3-8.1) or R.S.39:3-27 that are only inspected for emissions and emission-related items such as emission control equipment and on-board diagnostics pursuant to R.S.39:8-1 and that successfully pass such inspections shall be issued a certificate of approval. c. Notwithstanding the issuance or non-issuance of a certificate of approval, the obligation to ensure that a vehicle is in a proper and safe condition rests with the owner, operator or lessee, as appropriate, of the vehicle. amended 1995, c.112, s.21; 2010, c.29, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-197.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-197.1
Prohibiting normal traffic on county or state highway; consent of board of chosen freeholders or highway commission necessary
Status: in_force

No municipality in the exercise of its power to regulate parades, processions or assemblages, shall prohibit normal traffic on any county or State highway without the consent of the Board of Chosen Freeholders in the case of a county highway or the consent of the State Highway Commissioner in the case of a State highway. L.1951, c. 23, p. 118, s. 111.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.124 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.124
Contributions to offset initial costs for law enforcement officer memorial license plates
Status: in_force

3. The State Police Benevolent Association, the State Fraternal Order of Police, and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Inc. shall contribute monies in an amount to be determined by the director, not to exceed an aggregate amount of $50,000, to be used to offset the initial costs incurred by the division for producing, issuing, renewing, and publicizing the availability of special license plates that commemorate and honor law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in New Jersey. To help offset the initial costs incurred by the division for the special license plates authorized by this act, other law enforcement organizations and donors may assist by contributing monies to any of the three organizations listed herein. Any amount remaining after the payment of the initial costs shall be returned to the three contributing organizations. L.2001,c.41,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10A-14 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10A / Section 10A-14
Reclamation of possession by owner prior to sale or issuance of junk title certificate
Status: in_force

At any time prior to the sale of the motor vehicle or the issuance of a junk title certificate therefor, the owner of the motor vehicle may reclaim possession of the motor vehicle from the motor vehicle repair facility or other person with whom the motor vehicle is stored pursuant to this act, upon payment of the reasonable costs of removal and storage of the motor vehicle, the expenses incurred pursuant to the provisions of this act, and the charges for the servicing or repair of the motor vehicle. L.1983, c. 455, s. 7.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-67 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-67
Obstructing passage of other vehicles or street cars prohibited; clearance of intersections
Status: in_force

No vehicle or street car shall be permitted by the owner or driver thereof to so occupy a street as to interfere with or interrupt the passage of other street cars or vehicles, nor shall the driver of a vehicle or street car drive such vehicle or street car into an intersection if preceding traffic prevents immediate clearance of the intersection. Amended by L.1956, c. 107, p. 484, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-100 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-100
Rate of speed across sidewalk
Status: in_force

No vehicle or horse shall be driven or ridden across a sidewalk at a rate of speed greater than four miles per hour.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-4
"New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission" established; division abolished.
Status: in_force

4. a. There is hereby established a body corporate and politic, with corporate succession, to be known as the "New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission." The commission shall be established in the Executive Branch of the State Government and for the purposes of complying with the provisions of Article V, Section IV, paragraph 1 of the New Jersey Constitution, the commission is allocated, in but not of, the Department of Transportation, but notwithstanding this allocation, the commission shall be independent of any supervision and control by the department or by any board or officer thereof. The commission is hereby constituted as an instrumentality of the State exercising public and essential governmental functions, and the exercise by the commission of the powers conferred by this act shall be deemed and held to be an essential governmental function of the State. b. The Division of Motor Vehicles, transferred to the Department of Transportation pursuant to Reorganization Plan No. 002-1995, is abolished as a division in the Department of Transportation, and all of its functions, powers and duties, except as herein otherwise provided, are transferred to, and are continued in the commission and shall be exercised by the chief administrator of the commission. Unless otherwise specified in this act, this transfer shall be subject to the provisions of the "State Agency Transfer Act," P.L.1971, c.375 (C.52:14D-1 et seq.). All records, equipment and other personal property, appropriations, and any unexpended balances of funds appropriated or otherwise available to the division, shall be transferred to the commission pursuant to the "State Agency Transfer Act." c. Whenever any law, rule, regulation, order, contract, tariff, document, reorganization plan, judicial, or administrative proceeding or otherwise thereunder, refers to the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Law and Public Safety or in the Department of Transportation, or to the director thereof, the reference shall mean and refer to the commission, unless otherwise stated in this act. d. Regulations adopted by the division shall continue with full force and effect until amended or repealed pursuant to law. e. The commission shall operate on a fiscal year budget cycle. f. The commission shall continue in existence until dissolved by act of the Legislature. However, any dissolution of the commission shall be on condition that the commission has no debts, contractual duties or obligations outstanding, or that provision has been made for the payment, discharge or retirement of these debts, contractual duties or obligations. Upon any dissolution of the commission, all property, rights, funds and assets thereof shall pass to and become vested in the State. L.2003,c.13,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-54.13 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-54.13
Violation of act; penalty.
Status: in_force

7. Any person authorized to operate emergency warning lights pursuant to P.L.1977, c.223 (C.39:3-54.7 et seq.) who willfully operates such emergency warning lights in violation of the provisions of P.L.1977, c.223 (C.39:3-54.7 et seq.) shall be liable to a penalty of not more than $100 and the person's privilege to operate such emergency warning lights may be suspended or revoked by the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. A person who is not authorized to operate emergency warning lights who willfully operates such emergency warning lights shall be liable to a penalty of not more than $200. L.1977,c.223,s.7; amended 1995, c.37, s.3; 2005, c.218, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-85.5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-85.5
Informed consent agreement; decal
Status: in_force

The Superintendent of the Division of State Police shall establish a program, as hereinafter provided, to combat the theft of motor vehicles in this State. Participation in the program shall be voluntary in nature and shall involve the following: a. The registered owner of a motor vehicle shall, in the presence of the chief law enforcement officer of the municipality, or his designee, sign an informed consent agreement, designed by the superintendent pursuant to the provisions of section 3 of this act, indicating that the motor vehicle registered to him is not normally operated between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. b. Upon signing the informed consent agreement, the registered owner shall be issued a decal, designed by the superintendent and provided by the local police department and force. The registered owner shall affix the decal, in a conspicuous place prescribed by the superintendent, to his motor vehicle. L.1990,c.98,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-10.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-10.1
Bicycle helmets, requirements.
Status: in_force

1. a. A person under 17 years of age shall not operate, or ride upon a bicycle as a passenger, unless that person is wearing a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet which meets the standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z90.4 bicycle helmet standard) or the Snell Memorial Foundation's 1990 Standard for Protective Headgear for Use in Bicycling. This requirement shall apply to a person who rides upon a bicycle while in a restraining seat which is attached to the bicycle or in a trailer towed by the bicycle. As used in this act, "bicycle" means a vehicle with two wheels propelled solely by human power and having pedals, handle bars and a saddle-like seat. The term shall include a bicycle for two or more persons having seats and corresponding sets of pedals arranged in tandem. b. The director shall publish a list of bicycle helmets which meet the standards described in subsection a. of this section and shall provide for its distribution in as many locations frequented by the public as the director deems appropriate and practicable. c. The requirement in subsection a. of this section shall apply at all times while a bicycle is being operated on any property open to the public or used by the public for pedestrian and vehicular purposes; however, a municipality may by ordinance exempt from this requirement a person operating or riding on a bicycle as a passenger when the bicycle is operated: (1) on a road or highway closed to motor vehicle traffic and limited to pedestrian or bicycle use at all times or only during specified periods of time during which bicycles may be operated; or (2) exclusively on a trail, route, course, boardwalk, path or other area which is set aside for the use of bicycles or for the use of pedestrians and bicycle operation is not otherwise prohibited. However, an exemption may not be granted under this paragraph for any portion of a trail, route, course, boardwalk, path or other area which is immediately adjacent to a road or highway used by motor vehicle traffic and which does not contain a barrier of sufficient height and rigidity to prevent the inadvertent or deliberate entry of a bicycle operator onto the road or highway. d. An ordinance enacted pursuant to subsection c. of this section shall specify those roads, highways, trails, routes, courses, boardwalks, paths or areas within the municipality where helmets are not required during the operation of a bicycle. e. When a bicycle is being operated in an area where bicycle helmets are not required, the operator or a passenger, except a passenger in a restraining seat or trailer, shall dismount from the bicycle and walk whenever it is necessary to enter a crosswalk or to cross a road or highway upon which motor vehicle traffic is permitted. L.1991,c.465,s.1; amended 1997, c.411, s.10; 2005, c.208, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-10
Powers of deputy chief administrator.
Status: in_force

10. The Deputy Chief Administrator shall assist the chief administrator in the day-to-day administration of the commission and shall have all of the powers and duties of the chief administrator, as authorized and assigned by the chief administrator. The deputy chief administrator shall carry out all of the chief administrator's duties and responsibilities during the chief administrator's absence, disqualification or inability to serve, and shall perform such other duties and responsibilities as the chief administrator shall determine and assign. If a vacancy occurs in the office of the chief administrator for any reason, the deputy chief administrator shall become acting chief administrator to serve until a successor is appointed in accordance with section 12 of P.L.2003, c.13 (C.39:2A-12). The deputy chief administrator shall serve at the pleasure of the chief administrator and shall receive such salary as fixed by the chief administrator in accordance with the table of organization. The deputy chief administrator shall be in the State unclassified service. L.2003, c.13, s.10; amended 2009, c.298, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-60.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-60.2
Removal without notice
Status: in_force

Every such prohibited light or signal is hereby declared to be a public nuisance and the authority having jurisdiction over the highway or the municipality in which the prohibited act takes place is empowered to remove the same or cause it to be removed without notice. L.1970, c. 134, s. 2, eff. July 9, 1970.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-61.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-61.1
Mounting of lamps and reflectors
Status: in_force

Lamps and reflectors required by section 39:3-61 shall be mounted on a vehicle as follows: (a) Every lamp and every reflector shall be permanently and securely mounted in a workmanlike manner on a permanent part of the vehicle. (b) When two lamps or two reflectors of the same type are required on the front or on the rear of a vehicle, they shall be mounted at the same level and spaced as widely laterally as practicable. (c) The mounted height of a lamp or reflector shall be measured from the center thereof to the level surface upon which the vehicle stands. (d) Headlamps shall be so mounted that their beams are readily adjustable, both vertically and horizontally, and their aim is not readily disturbed by ordinary conditions of service. The mounted height of headlamps shall be not more than 54 inches nor less than 24 inches, but these height requirements shall not apply to trucks prepared for snowplowing. (e) The mounted height of tail lamps shall be not more than 72 inches nor less than 15 inches; eye-level tail lamps may be mounted outside the passenger vehicle; provided their height does not exceed 72 inches. Rear lamps may be mounted higher than 72 inches on any vehicle designed for carrying flammable liquids as a cargo. (f) Clearance lamps shall be mounted to indicate the extreme width and height of the vehicle so far as is practicable, except that on a truck tractor, they shall be mounted to indicate the extreme width of the cab. On flatbed vehicles and vehicles designed for carrying flammable liquids, rear clearance lamps may be located on the chassis, and front clearance lamps may be located on the cab of trucks or truck tractors or the vehicle's chassis, provided the lamps are clearly visible from a distance of 500 feet in the direction set forth therefor. (g) Side-marker lamps may be mounted at optional height on the side of a vehicle. (h) Turn signals required on the rear of a truck tractor not equipped with double-faced turn signals on or near the front shall be mounted on the rear in a manner to be visible to passing drivers. (i) Identification lamps shall be mounted on the front and rear of the vehicle as close as practicable to the vertical center line of the vehicle, and shall be grouped in a horizontal row, with lamp centers spaced not less than six nor more than 12 inches apart; provided, however, that where the cab is not more than 42 inches wide at the front roof line, a single identification lamp at the center line of the cab shall be deemed to comply with the requirements for front identification lamps. No part of front identification lamps or their mountings may extend below the top of the vehicle windshield. Rear identification lamps on a truck, trailer, or semi-trailer need not be lighted if they are obscured by another vehicle towed by the truck or in the same combination of vehicles. (j) The mounted height of reflectors shall be not less than 20 inches nor more than 60 inches. Every reflector shall be so installed in a workmanlike manner as to perform its function adequately, and to provide maximum stability and minimum likelihood of damage. Any reflector otherwise properly mounted may be securely installed on flexible strapping or belting; provided that under conditions of normal operation it reflects light in the required direction. (k) The director in his discretion may prescribe additional requirements for mounting lamps or reflectors on vehicles, provided they are not inconsistent with the provisions of this article. L.1964, c. 136, s. 7. Amended by L.1983, c. 59, s. 1, eff. Feb. 7, 1983; L.1984, c. 145, s. 1, eff. Sept. 8, 1984.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2-9.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-9.2
Reemployment rights
Status: in_force

A person employed in a position designated as chief inspector, deputy chief inspector, inspector, special inspector or equivalent Civil Service classifications shall have the following reemployment rights: a. The person may be appointed, at his request and at the discretion of the superintendent of the Division of State Police, as a member of the State Police; or b. The person shall be reemployed by the State of New Jersey, as provided by the laws governing Civil Service. L.1983, c. 403, s. 2, eff. Dec. 23, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-17 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-17
Unbitted horses
Status: in_force

No horse shall be unbitted in a highway unless secured by a halter.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-197.11 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-197.11
Preference for persons with disabilities.
Status: in_force

3. Preference for participation in this program may be given to persons with disabilities as defined in P.L.1949, c.280 (C.39:4-204 et seq.). L.1991, c.442, s.3; amended 2017, c.131, s.161.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.1b — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.1b
Definitions relative to school bus endorsement; suspension
Status: in_force

1. a. For the purposes of this section: "Chief administrator" means the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. "Commercial motor vehicle" shall have the same meaning as provided in section 3 of P.L.1990, c.103 (C.39:3-10.11). "Motor vehicle moving violation" means any violation of the motor vehicle laws of this State or any other jurisdiction for which motor vehicle points are assessed by the chief administrator pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1982, c.43 (C.39:5-30.5) or any violation of the motor vehicle laws of any other jurisdiction for which motor vehicle points would be assessed if that violation had occurred in this State. "Non-commercial motor vehicle" shall have the same meaning as provided in section 3 of P.L.1990, c.103 (C.39:3-10.11). b. The chief administrator shall suspend the school bus endorsement of a person for 90 days following the date of the last conviction, or upon notification of an out-of-State conviction, whichever date is later in time, if the person is convicted of three or more motor vehicle moving violations in a three-year period or accumulates six or more motor vehicle penalty points while operating a commercial motor vehicle or non-commercial motor vehicle. c. The chief administrator shall notify the Commissioner of Education of the suspension of a school bus driver's school bus endorsement pursuant to subsection b. of this section within one business day following the date of the suspension. d. Upon notification from the chief administrator pursuant to subsection c. of this section, the Commissioner of Education shall notify the board of education that employs the school bus driver, the nonpublic school that employs the school bus driver, or the contractor that employs the school bus driver that the school bus driver's school bus endorsement has been suspended pursuant to subsection b. of this section within one business day following the date of notification of the suspension. If a board of education, a nonpublic school, or a contractor that employs the school bus driver is notified by the commissioner that the school bus driver's school bus endorsement has been suspended, the employing board of education, nonpublic school, or contractor, within 24 hours of the notification, shall provide a statement to the Department of Education verifying that the school bus driver no longer operates a school bus for the board, nonpublic school, or contractor. e. Prior to the reinstatement of any school bus endorsement suspended pursuant to subsection b. of this section, the chief administrator shall require the person to complete a defensive driving course approved by the chief administrator and may require the person to fulfill any other requirement that the chief administrator deems appropriate. f. This section shall apply to convictions that occur after the effective date of P.L.2019, c.9 (C.39:3-10.1b). L.2019, c.9, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-23 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-23
Written notice - buyer's guide and coverage selection form
Status: in_force

Written notice - buyer's guide and coverage selection form. a. No new automobile insurance policy shall be issued on or after the 180th day following the effective date of P.L.1985, c.520, unless the application for the policy is accompanied by a written notice identifying and containing a buyer's guide and coverage selection form. The buyer's guide shall contain a brief description of all available policy coverages and benefit limits, and shall identify which coverages are mandatory and which are optional under State law, as well as all options offered by the insurer. The buyer's guide shall also contain a statement on the possible coordination of other health benefits coverages with the personal injury protection coverage options, the form and contents of which shall be prescribed by the Commissioner of Insurance. The coverage selection form shall identify the range of premium rate credit or dollar savings, or both, and shall provide any other information required by the commissioner by regulation. The applicant shall indicate the options elected on the coverage selection form which shall be signed and returned to the insurer. b. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.1985, c.520.) c. Any notice of renewal of an automobile insurance policy with an effective date subsequent to July 1, 1984, shall be accompanied by a written notice of all policy coverage information required to be provided under subsection a. of this section. The Commissioner of Insurance shall, within 45 days following the effective date of this act, promulgate standards for the written notice and buyer's guide required to be provided under this section. d. Written notices provided by any insurer writing at least 2% of the New Jersey private passenger automobile market, including the New Jersey Automobile Full Insurance Underwriting Association established pursuant to section 16 of P.L.1983, c.65 (C.17:30E-4), shall also contain a statement advising that if the insured or applicant has any questions concerning his automobile insurance policy, including questions as to coverage or premiums, he may contact his producer, or the company directly, by using a toll free number which shall be set forth in the notice. Written notice shall be given to all insureds of any change in the toll free number. e. A properly completed and executed coverage selection form shall be prima facie evidence of the named insured's knowing election or rejection of any option. f. Each named insured of an automobile insurance policy shall, at least annually or as otherwise ordered by the commissioner, receive a buyer's guide and coverage selection form. g. On and after January 1, 1991, each buyer's guide and coverage selection form shall be written in plain language. L.1983,c.362,s.17; amended 1985, c.520,s.5; 1988,c.119,s.35; 1990,c.8,s.13.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5F-7 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5F / Section 5F-7
Report of motorists failure to comply with terms of citation
Status: in_force

Upon failure of a motorist to comply with the terms of a traffic citation, the appropriate official shall report the failure to comply to the licensing authority of the jurisdiction in which the traffic citation was issued. The report shall be made in accordance with procedures specified by the issuing jurisdiction and shall contain information as specified in the Compact Manual as minimum requirements for effective processing by the home jurisdiction. L.1983, c. 46, s. 7, eff. Jan. 28, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-14 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-14
Notations; index; certificates; security interests; fees; furnishing information from records
Status: in_force

A. The director shall, on the record or abstract of every motor vehicle registered with him, which is subject to a security interest of which notice is required to be filed with him, make a notation of the existence of such security interest and shall index the same under the name of the owner of record of the vehicle, so long as the security interest remains unterminated of record. B. Upon request from any person, the director shall issue a certificate showing names and addresses of the parties to any contract of conditional sale or chattel mortgage or other instrument, or to any financing statement, the name and address of the holder of the lien or liens under such contract, chattel mortgage or other instrument or of the secured party, the date thereof or of the financing statement, the date of filing, the make, model, identification number or numbers of the motor vehicle, and, if the condition in the contract of conditional sale or chattel mortgage has been performed or the security interest has been terminated, a statement to that effect, for which he shall be entitled to a fee of $5.00. C. For a full certified copy of any instrument showing a lien on or a security interest in a motor vehicle the director shall be entitled to a fee of $10.00 for the certificate plus $0.50 for each copy of any paper certified. D. When evidence of satisfaction of any contract of conditional sale or chattel mortgage or other instrument, or evidence of the termination of a security interest, as aforesaid, shall be presented to the director, he shall make a notation thereof on the record of the sale of such motor vehicle, showing that the condition in the contract of conditional sale or chattel mortgage has been performed or the security interest has been terminated; provided, however, that the evidence of satisfaction of a chattel mortgage on a motor vehicle executed after September 1, 1951 shall be submitted by the county recording officer on a form prescribed by the director, unless the chattel mortgage is one that is not required, under the provisions of this section R.S. 39:10-11, to be presented to and recorded by the director. E. The director, his agents, and employees of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall not incur any personal liability in carrying out the provisions of this section or in furnishing any information provided herein from the records of the Division of Motor Vehicles. Amended by L.1946, c. 136, p. 629, s. 10; L.1951, c. 334, p. 1174, s. 2; L.1961, c. 122, p. 739, s. 6; L.1968, c. 130, s. 14, eff. Aug. 1, 1968; L.1975, c. 180, s. 17, eff. Jan. 1, 1976; L.1982, c. 53, s. 7, eff. July 1, 1982.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-1.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-1.3
Submission of list of vehicles, application for reimbursement.
Status: in_force

3. No later than 60 days after the effective date of P.L.1998, c.80 (C.39:3B-1.1 et seq.), each agency, board of education, nonpublic school and school bus contractor shall submit to the Commissioner of Education a list of all vehicles, as defined in section 1 of P.L.1996, c.96 (C.39:3B-1.1), that are used to transport students on August 6, 1996, including: the vehicle serial number; the year, make and license plate number as noted on the vehicle registration; and an indication as to whether the vehicle is currently equipped with a crossing control arm. The owners of such vehicles may apply for reimbursement through the Department of Education in accordance with section 2 of P.L.1996, c.96 (C.39:3B-1.2) on an application form as the Commissioner of Education shall prescribe. The application shall be accompanied by a receipt for the purchase of the crossing control arm through an authorized dealer. L.1996,c.96,s.3; amended 1998, c.80, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-64.4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-64.4
Rules and regulations
Status: in_force

The director shall adopt such rules and regulations as shall be necessary to effectuate the provisions of this act. L.1968, c. 90, s. 4, eff. June 21, 1968.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-14 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-14
Use of liquified petroleum gas
Status: in_force

2. a. Liquefied petroleum gas may be used as an alternative fuel for a school bus instead of, in addition to, or in combination with a conventional fuel. b. A school bus may be equipped or converted to operate with liquefied petroleum gas as the sole fuel or in addition to or in combination with a conventional fuel. L.1997,c.367,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-50.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-50.1
Authority to commissioner
Status: in_force

The commissioner shall have the authority to issue any rules and regulations or exercise any power granted to him by Title 17 of the Revised Statutes with respect to vehicles which are self-insured pursuant to the provisions of sections 30, 31, and 32 of P.L. 1952, c. 173 (C. 39:6A-52, 39:6A-53, and 39:6A-54). L. 1987, c. 428, s. 4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.19 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.19
Operation of commercial motor vehicle in this State
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, a person may operate a commercial motor vehicle in this State if the person has received a waiver of the commercial driver license requirements from the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation or the licensing authority of any other state, has a commercial driver license issued by any state in accordance with minimum federal standards for the issuance of commercial motor vehicle driver licenses, or has a commercial driver license issued by any other jurisdiction in accordance with minimum standards which are substantially similar to the standards in the federal "Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986," Pub. L. 99-570 (49 U.S.C. s. 2701 et seq.) and this act. This section shall apply only if the person's driving privilege is not suspended or revoked or cancelled in this State or in the jurisdiction that issued the commercial driver license, and the person is not disqualified from operating a commercial motor vehicle, or subject to an "out of service" order. L.1990,c.103,s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2-13 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-13
Medical advisory panel
Status: in_force

There is hereby created in the Division of Motor Vehicles a special study and advisory panel to be known as the medical Advisory Panel consisting of physicians licensed to practice medicine and surgery (including physicians specialty-board certified in internal medicine, psychiatry, neurology, physical medicine, and ophthalmology), licensed optometrists, and officials of the division supervising motor vehicle driver licensing. L.1977, c. 26, s. 1, eff. Feb. 24, 1977. Amended by L.1980, c. 37, s. 2, eff. June 19, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-6.21 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-6.21
Reciprocity
Status: in_force

31. After July 1, 1995, if no agreement, arrangement or declaration is in effect with respect to another jurisdiction as authorized by this act, any vehicle properly registered or licensed in such other jurisdiction, and for which evidence of compliance is supplied, shall receive, when operated in this State, the same exemptions, benefits, and privileges granted by such other jurisdiction to vehicles properly registered in this State. Reciprocity extended under this section shall apply to commercial vehicles only when engaged exclusively in interstate commerce, except as to a foreign registered trailer or semi-trailer in intrastate commerce when hauled by a truck, road tractor, or truck tractor registered with the director in conformity with R.S.39:3-20. L.1995,c.157,s.31.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-14 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-14
Self inspections
Status: in_force

6. a. The director may license any person who is the owner or lessee of 10 or more motor vehicles to initially inspect, reinspect and certify those vehicles if such person has available to him the equipment, facilities and qualified employees, or other qualified person under his control by contract, necessary to make the required initial inspection, adjustments, corrections or repairs. When the licensee, or his employee, or other qualified person under his control conducts an initial inspection, he shall certify that he or his employee or other qualified person under his control by contract has inspected the motor vehicle as prescribed by the director and has found that the motor vehicle conforms to the standards established by law or regulation. When a motor vehicle is reinspected, the licensee shall certify that the items for which a vehicle was initially rejected have been adjusted, corrected or repaired by him or under his direction and that the condition of the items conforms to the standards established by law or regulation. The certification shall be evidenced by a private inspection approval sticker placed on the vehicle as prescribed by the director. b. Any inspection or reinspection conducted pursuant to this section relating to emissions from a motor vehicle powered with diesel fuel that is also subject to the provisions of P.L.1995, c.157 (C.39:8-59 et al.) shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of that act. L.1975,c.156,s.6; amended 1983,c.236,s.4; 1986,c.22,s.7; 1995,c.157,s.35.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-24 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-24
Use of whip
Status: in_force

No person shall crack or so use a whip as to annoy, interfere with or endanger a person or excite a horse other than a horse which he is using.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.93 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.93
Application, annual fee
Status: in_force

3. a. Application for issuance of a Liberty State Park license plate shall be made to the division on forms and in a manner as may be prescribed by the director. In order to be deemed complete, an application shall be accompanied by a fee of $50 payable to the division, which fee shall be in addition to all fees otherwise required by law for the registration of the motor vehicle. b. The annual fee for the registration certificate of a motor vehicle that has been issued a Liberty State Park license plate pursuant to the provisions of this act shall include in each year subsequent to the year of issuance a fee in the amount of $10, which fee shall be in addition to all fees otherwise required by law for the renewal of the registration of the motor vehicle and shall be collected by the division and deposited in the Liberty State Park License Plate Fund created pursuant to section 4 of this act. L.1997,c.195,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-13a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-13a
Written examination administered in high school; student with cognitive difficulty; grading
Status: in_force

Whenever the director authorizes a written examination to be administered in a high school as part of a driver education program and accepts the results thereof in satisfaction of any written examination requirement imposed pursuant to R.S. 39:3-10, he shall allow the examination to be read by a certified driver education instructor or special education teacher to any student who has been diagnosed by a local child study team, pursuant to N.J.S. 18A:46-5, as having a deficiency in reading, perception, or other cognitive difficulty associated with any learning disability, with the student recording his responses on the appropriate answer sheet. The director may make rules and regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this section. L.1982, c. 188, s. 1, eff. Dec. 1, 1982.
N.J. Stat. § 39:13-6 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 13 / Section 13-6
Cease and desist order, civil penalty
Status: in_force

6. The director may issue and cause to be served, upon an auto body repair facility charged with a violation of P.L.1983, c.360 (C.39:13-1 et seq.), an order requiring the auto body repair facility to cease and desist from the violation and the director may impose upon an auto body repair facility violating this act a civil penalty of not more than $5,000 for the first offense and not more than $20,000 for the second and each subsequent offense. The civil penalty shall be issued for and recovered by and in the name of the director and shall be collected and enforced by summary proceedings pursuant to the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999," P.L.1999, c.274 (C.2A:58-10 et seq.). In the event of continued or serious violations, the director may suspend the license of the facility and require it to cease operations during the period of suspension. L.1983,c.360,s.6; amended 1985, c.148, s.27; 2001, c.53, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-64.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-64.3
Signals to flash simultaneously when stopped for purpose of transacting business
Status: in_force

At all times during the daylight or at night, whenever the driver of an itinerant vendor's vehicle shall stop or park the vehicle on any roadway or the shoulder thereof for the purpose of transacting business, he shall immediately flash the 2 front and 2 rear turn signals of the vehicle simultaneously as a vehicular traffic hazard warning signal and continue such flashing so long as the vehicle remains stopped or parked for such purpose. L.1968, c. 90, s. 3, eff. June 21, 1968.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-15 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-15
Member compensation.
Status: in_force

15. Members other than those serving ex officio shall serve without compensation, but the board shall reimburse board members for actual expenses necessarily incurred in the discharge of their duties. L.2003, c.13, s.15; amended 2007, c.335, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.22 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.22
Violations; fine
Status: in_force

The fine for violating this act is not less than $25.00 nor more than $50.00. L.1981, c. 139, s. 5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-54.20 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-54.20
Penalty for violation
Status: in_force

Any person authorized to display red emergency warning lights, sirens, or both, pursuant to this act, who willfully displays or uses the lights or sirens in violation of the provisions of this act, shall be liable to a penalty of not more than $50.00 and his privilege to display the lights or sirens may be suspended or revoked by the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles. L. 1985, c. 171, s. 6, eff. May 31, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-9 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-9
Testing of provisional employees.
Status: in_force

9. a. Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 11A of the New Jersey Statutes and the rules promulgated thereunder to the contrary, employees entering State service other than those on a Special Reemployment List as employees of the commission in career service titles following employment after January 1, 2003 with a private motor vehicle agency shall be considered provisional employees subject to competitive testing. b. Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 11A of the New Jersey Statutes and the rules promulgated thereunder, employees entering State service as provided in subsection a. of this section shall not be subject to displacement by persons on preexisting Special Reemployment Lists. Special Reemployment Lists for applicable titles shall be used only to fill vacant positions in the commission. L.2003,c.13,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.49 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.49
Application, fee
Status: in_force

3. a. Application for issuance of a coastal protection license plate shall be made to the division on forms and in a manner as may be prescribed by the director. In order to be deemed complete, an application shall be accompanied by a fee of $50, which fee shall be in addition to the fee for the renewal of the registration certificate, payable to the division. b. The annual fee for the registration certificate of a motor vehicle that has been issued a coastal protection license plate pursuant to the provisions of this act shall include in each year subsequent to the year of issuance a coastal protection license plate fee in the amount of $10, which fee shall be in addition to the fee for the renewal of the registration certificate, collected by the division and deposited into the Coastal Protection Trust Fund created pursuant to section 4 of this act. L.1993,c.168,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5B-27 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5B / Section 5B-27
Office of hazardous materials transportation compliance and enforcement; responsibilities
Status: in_force

There is created in the Division of State Police of the Department of Law and Public Safety, an Office of Hazardous Materials Transportation Compliance and Enforcement. It shall be the responsibility of this office to coordinate the implementation and enforcement of the provisions of this act and the rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto. L.1983, c. 401, s. 3, eff. Dec. 23, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-54.10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-54.10
Placement of motor vehicle, types of lights.
Status: in_force

4. No more than two emergency warning lights shall be installed on a vehicle. If one light is used it shall be installed in the center of the roof of the car, or on the front of the vehicle so that the top of the emergency warning light is no higher than the top of the vehicle's headlights, or in the center of the dashboard. It may be a low profile light bar of the strobe, halogen or incandescent type, or a combination thereof. If two lights are used they may be placed on the windshield columns on each side of the vehicle where spotlights are normally mounted, or on either side of the roof at the front of the vehicle directly back of the top of the windshield. Under no circumstances may one light be placed on the roof and one on the windshield column in the spotlight position. Light elements shall be shielded from direct sight or view of the driver. L.1977,c.223,s.4; amended 1979, c.71, s.3; 2005, c.218, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-29.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-29.1
Registration certificates, insurance identification cards; counterfeit deterrence, detection; electronic form of certificates; rules, regulations.
Status: in_force

2. a. The Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission may promulgate rules and regulations concerning the issuance, design, and content of the registration certificates required by this act. The commission may take any actions necessary to deter and detect counterfeit or fraudulent registration certificates and to provide for an electronic form for the display of registration certificates as provided in R.S.39:3-29. b. The Commissioner of Banking and Insurance shall, after consultation with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, promulgate rules and regulations concerning the issuance, design, and content of the insurance identification cards required by this act. The rules and regulations shall: (1) contain provisions designed to deter and detect counterfeit or fraudulent insurance identification cards; and (2) provide for an electronic form for the display of insurance identification cards as provided in R.S.39:3-29. L.1972, c.200, s.2; amended 2003, c.89, s.70; 2015, c.54, s.2; 2021, c.258, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-132 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-132
Certain damages reported by repairman
Status: in_force

The person in charge of a garage or repair shop to which is brought a motor vehicle which shows evidence of having been involved in an accident of which report must be made by the driver thereof as provided in section 39:4-130 of the Revised Statutes or of having been struck by a bullet shall report to the nearest office of the local police department or of the county police of the county or of the State Police within 24 hours after the motor vehicle is received, giving the serial number, registration number and, if known, the name and address of the owner or operator of the vehicle. Any person who shall violate this section shall be fined not less than $100.00 nor more than $500.00 or be imprisoned for a period of not less than 30 days nor more than 90 days, or both. Amended by L.1967, c. 189, s. 4, eff. July 27, 1967.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-50.20 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-50.20
Certification of devices.
Status: in_force

5. The director shall certify or cause to be certified ignition interlock devices required by this act and shall publish a list of approved devices. A device shall not be certified unless the manufacturer enters into an agreement with the division for the provision of devices to indigent offenders, as determined by the director, at a reduced cost. The director shall provide a copy of this list along with information on the purpose and proper use of interlock devices to persons who have been ordered by the court to install such a device in their vehicles. L.1999,c.417,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5B-31.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5B / Section 5B-31.1
Annual report; rules and regulations; deposit, disbursement of fees
Status: in_force

3. a. Notwithstanding any provision of Title 39 or Title 48 of the Revised Statutes to the contrary, the Commissioner of Transportation shall require all railroads operating in the State of New Jersey to annually report to the department the number of placarded rail freight cars transporting hazardous materials, as defined pursuant to P.L.1983, c.401 (C.39:5B-25 et seq.), originating or terminating in the State, and shall annually pay the department a $3 fee per placarded rail freight car transporting hazardous materials which originates or terminates in this State during the reporting year. b. After a 24-month period following the effective date of this amendatory and supplementary act, the Commissioner of Transportation may, annually or less frequently, adopt regulations in accordance with the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.) providing for the revision of the fee set forth is subsection a. of this section, provided, however that such fee shall not be increased by more than the increase in the consumer price index for all urban wage earners and clerical workers (CPI-W) in the Philadelphia-New Jersey Area, as reported by the United States Department of Labor for the period since the fee was last determined. c. Moneys received from fees collected pursuant to this section shall be deposited in the General Fund and shall be disbursed to the department, subject to appropriation, to defray the expenses of the placarded rail freight car transporting hazardous materials program. L.1993,c.124,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-22 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-22
Violations, penalties.
Status: in_force

5. a. Any operator who violates the standards for driver employment records established pursuant to subsection a. of section 4 of this act, or who fails to retain proper records for inspection as required, or who fails to make available any record or document required at the time of inspection, or who falsifies any record, or who fails to present or otherwise make available any school bus or buses due for inspection, as requested by an examiner, unless notification of the intent to withhold a bus or buses from an examiner is made in writing at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled inspection, shall be fined not less than $50 and not more than $500 per violation, in accordance with a schedule of fines to be established by the director. The director shall waive the requirement of notice upon a showing of good cause by an operator. A bus withheld from an examiner pursuant to this section shall be inspected within 30 days of the date of the originally scheduled inspection, unless otherwise agreed by the operator and the director. The operator shall be responsible for all fines. Nothing in this subsection shall be deemed to preclude any other enforcement actions provided by law. b. Any fine imposed pursuant to the provisions of this section may be collected, with costs, in a summary proceeding pursuant to "the penalty enforcement law," N.J.S.2A:58-1 et seq. The Superior Court or municipal court of the county or municipality in which the violation occurs or in which the operator resides or has a place of business or principal office in this State, shall have jurisdiction to enforce the provisions of "the penalty enforcement law" in connection with any violation of this act. The director or any duly authorized representative of the director may issue a summons and complaint returnable in any court of competent jurisdiction for a violation of this act or any rule or regulation adopted pursuant to this act. A municipal, county, or State prosecutor is authorized to assist the director in the enforcement of this act. The director may institute an action in the Superior Court for injunctive relief to prevent or restrain any violation of this act, or any rule or regulation adopted, or any administrative or judicial order issued, pursuant to this act. c. Any officer charged with the enforcement of State and municipal laws is authorized to assist the director or any duly authorized representative of the director in the enforcement of the provisions of this act, or any rule or regulation adopted, or any administrative or judicial order issued, pursuant to this act. L.1999,c.5,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-33.7 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-33.7
Rules and regulations
Status: in_force

The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall promulgate rules and regulations for effectuating the purposes of this act. L.1959, c. 56, p. 165, s. 5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-30a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-30a
Habitual offender defined
Status: in_force

As used in this act: "Habitual offender" means a person who has his license to operate a motor vehicle suspended three times for violations occurring within a 3-year period. L.1982, c. 85, s. 1, eff. Oct. 1, 1982.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.34 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.34
Autocycles, registration, insurance coverage; definitions; rules, regulations.
Status: in_force

2. a. An autocycle shall be registered as a motorcycle pursuant to R.S.39:3-4. b. A person shall not be required to hold a motorcycle license or a motorcycle endorsement to operate an autocycle if the person holds a basic driver's license to operate a motor vehicle pursuant to R.S.39:3-10. c. A person shall not drive, operate, or ride as a passenger in an autocycle without: (1) sitting on a seat; (2) properly using a safety seat belt; and (3) wearing a securely fitted protective helmet pursuant to section 6 of P.L.1967, c.237 (C.39:3-76.7) if required. d. A person operating an autocycle shall not permit a child to be a passenger in the autocycle if the child would be required to be secured in a child passenger restraint system, pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1983, c.128 (C.39:3-76.2a). e. An owner or registered owner of an autocycle registered or principally garaged in this State shall maintain motor vehicle liability insurance coverage pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1972, c.197 (C.39:6B-1), personal injury protection coverage for pedestrians pursuant to section 19 of P.L. 1983, c.362 (C.17:28-1.3), and uninsured motorist coverage pursuant to section 14 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-14). f. The chief administrator shall adopt rules and regulations pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), as are necessary to implement this act. The chief administrator may include information on autocycles in the commission's driver's manual and on its Internet website. g. For purposes of this section: "Autocycle" means a three-wheeled motorcycle designed to be controlled with a steering wheel and pedals in which the operator and passenger may ride in a completely or partially enclosed seating area that is equipped with a roll cage or roll hoops, safety seat belts for each occupant, and anti-lock brakes. "Motorcycle" includes motorcycles, autocycles, motor bikes, bicycles with motor attached and all motor-operated vehicles of the bicycle or tricycle type, except motorized bicycles as defined in this section, whether the motive power be a part thereof or attached thereto and having a saddle or seat with the driver sitting astride or upon it or a platform on which the driver stands. "Motorized bicycle" means a pedal bicycle having a helper motor characterized in that either the maximum piston displacement is less than 50 cc. or said motor is rated at no more than 1.5 brake horsepower or is powered by an electric drive motor and said bicycle is capable of a maximum speed of no more than 25 miles per hour on a flat surface. L.2016, c.35, s.2; amended 2019, c.110, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-203 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-203
General penalty for violations of chapter
Status: in_force

For a violation of a provision of this chapter or any supplement thereto for which no specific penalty is provided, the offender shall be liable to a penalty of not more than $50.00 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 15 days, or both; except that for a violation of a section of article 11, 13, 14 or 17 of this chapter or any supplement thereto for which no specific penalty is provided, the offender shall be liable to a penalty of not less than $50.00 or more than $200.00 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 15 days, or both. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 119, s. 117; L.1982, c. 45, s. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-19.6 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-19.6
Fee imposed on limousine services.
Status: in_force

43. a. On or before October 1, 2003 and on or before each October 1 thereafter, or in the case of persons commencing transporting passengers after that date at least 10 business days before the commencement of transporting, a fee shall be due and payable pursuant to this section for the operating period from October 1 through September 30 for each limousine, as that term is defined pursuant to R.S.48:16-13, and any other vehicle for hire that is used to transport passengers, from or to a location in New Jersey if such vehicle is not registered in New Jersey. If the only use of the limousine or other vehicle for hire during the operating period is the transporting of passengers to or from an airport located in this State, the fee shall be $100; in all other cases, the fee shall be $250. b. Upon payment of the fee pursuant to subsection a. of this section, the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall issue a "for hire" permit, which permit shall be displayed in the vehicle at all times while the vehicle is within the State, in a manner prescribed by the Chief Administrator. c. Failure to display the "for hire" permit is a motor vehicle violation, punishable by a fine of up to $350 in addition to any other penalty otherwise authorized for motor vehicle violations. Failure to pay the fee due under this section is a separate motor vehicle violation and shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $350, in addition to any other penalty authorized for motor vehicle violations. A vehicle failing to display a "for hire" permit may be impounded by a law enforcement agency, its agent, or any other appropriate authority, which may charge the owner or operator fees for the costs of towing and impoundment. d. The Chief Administrator is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations necessary to effectuate the purposes of this section, including, but not limited to, regulations concerning the assessment of motor vehicle violation points for violation of the provisions of this section and fee collection and remittance methods and procedures, in accordance with the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), and prescribe forms to administer the provisions of this section. Notwithstanding the provisions of P.L.1968, c.410 to the contrary, the Chief Administrator may adopt immediately upon filing with the Office of Administrative Law such regulations as the Chief Administrator deems necessary to implement the provisions of this section, which regulations shall be effective for a period not to exceed 180 days from the date of the filing. The regulations may thereafter be amended, adopted or readopted by the Chief Administrator as the Chief Administrator deems necessary in accordance with the requirements of P.L.1968, c.410. L.2003,c.117,s.43.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-3
Motor vehicle agents, appointment, duties; background checks.
Status: in_force

39:3-3. A Motor Vehicle Agent (hereinafter "agent") shall administer and ensure the efficient operations of a local commission office. The board shall designate at least one person in each county to be its agent for the registering of motor vehicles, issuing registration certificates and licensing of drivers, subject to the requirements of this subtitle and to any rules and regulations the board imposes. The agent shall so act until the agent's authority is revoked by the board. All moneys received by such agents for registrations and licenses granted under the provisions of this chapter shall forthwith be deposited as received with the State Treasurer. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, all current agent contracts shall remain in effect until their expiration. Until the agent contract expires, the fee allowed the agent for registration certificates issued by him and for every license granted by him shall be fixed by the board on the basis of the registration or license fees collected by the agent. The board may limit the fee so paid to a maximum. Such fee shall be paid to the agent by the State Treasurer upon the voucher of the commission in the same manner as other State expenses are paid until the agent contract expires. At such time as the agent becomes a State employee, the agent shall receive a salary as fixed by the administrator in accordance with the commission table of organization. Future agent appointments shall be in the State unclassified service and the agents shall serve at the pleasure of the administrator. To determine suitability for appointment, all agents shall undergo a background check prior to appointment based upon an examination of State, federal and financial records. No person shall be appointed as an agent who has contributed $1,000 or more to any gubernatorial or State party committee in any one year during the five years preceding appointment. All agents appointed pursuant to this section shall be qualified by education and experience to administer and ensure the efficient operation of a local commission office. As used in this section, education and experience shall include a background in law enforcement, security services, customer relations or services; business administration, finance or management; or public administration or finance. Amended 1955, c.8, ss.2,14; 1959, c.145, s.1; 2003, c. 13, s.43; 2007, c.335, s.18.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5F-10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5F / Section 5F-10
Limitation on transmission of report; date of transmission
Status: in_force

The licensing authority of the issuing jurisdiction shall not transmit a report on any violation if the date of transmission is more than 6 months after the date on which the traffic citation was issued. L.1983, c. 46, s. 10, eff. Jan. 28, 1983.