N.J. Stat. § 39:5H-19 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5H / Section 5H-19
Social security number trace.
Status: in_force

19. 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 social security number trace that identifies the addresses of the applicant for at least seven years prior to the date the application is received by the transportation network company. An applicant shall provide at least three of the following documents, in paper or electronic form, to the transportation network company for purposes of conducting a social security number trace: (1) the applicant's driver's license; (2) the applicant's motor vehicle registration; (3) the applicant's automobile liability insurance policy; (4) a utility or credit card statement containing the applicant's name and address issued within the past 90 days; (5) a high school or college transcript containing the applicant's name and address issued within the past two years; (6) a current lease or rental agreement containing the applicant's name as the lessee or renter; or a property tax bill containing the applicant's name as the property owner or co-owner issued within the past year; (7) a letter or correspondence addressed to the applicant and received from the Internal Revenue Service or the Division of Taxation in the New Jersey Department of the Treasury within the past year; (8) first-class mail addressed to the applicant and received from a federal, state, or local government agency within the past six months; (9) a valid active duty United States military photo identification card; (10) a valid United States passport; or (11) a valid United States permanent resident card. 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 transportation network company conduct, a social security number trace pursuant to subsection a. of this section for 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 third party designated by the transportation network company, conducted a social security number trace meeting the requirements of subsection a. of this section 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.19.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-11 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-11
Seat belts, child restraint systems, wheelchair securement systems, use required; liability.
Status: in_force

2. a. Beginning on September 1 of the second year next following the year of enactment of P.L.1992, c.92 (C.39:3B-10 et seq.), each passenger on a school bus which is equipped with seat belts shall wear a properly adjusted and fastened seat belt or other child restraint system that is in conformity with applicable federal standards at all times while the bus is in operation. b. Beginning on September 1 of the second year next following the year of enactment of P.L.2017, c.349 (C.39:3B-10.1 et al.), a school bus operator shall secure or cause to be secured a passenger using a wheelchair on a school bus equipped to transport passengers using wheelchairs using a properly adjusted and fastened four-point securement system in conformity with applicable federal standards and section 1 of P P.L.2017, c.349 (C.39:3B-10.1) at all times while the bus is in operation. c. Nothing in this section shall make the owner or operator of a school bus liable for failure to properly adjust and fasten a seat belt or other child restraint system or four-point securement system that is in conformity with applicable federal standards for a passenger who sustains injury as a direct result of the passenger's failure to comply with the requirement established by this section. L.1992, c.92, s.2; amended 2017, c.349, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-97 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-97
Careless driving
Status: in_force

39:4-97. A person who drives a vehicle carelessly, or without due caution and circumspection, in a manner so as to endanger, or be likely to endanger, a person or property, shall be guilty of careless driving. Amended 1951,c.23,s.54; 1955,c.220,s.2; 1995,c.70,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.106 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.106
Issuance of "Navy Cross" license plates.
Status: in_force

1. a. Upon application of any person who is the holder of a Navy Cross as certified on the applicant's DD-214 form or on a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, the director shall issue, for the motor vehicle owned or leased by the person, distinctive plates bearing a design approved by the director, in addition to the registration number and other markings or identification prescribed by law. The plates shall bear the words "Navy Cross" and depict the Navy Cross emblem. b. There shall be a fee of $15 to the applicant for these special plates in addition to the fees otherwise prescribed by law for the registration of motor vehicles. The director shall retain from the fees collected such sums as are necessary to provide for all costs incurred by the division in producing and issuing Navy Cross license plates. c. The surviving spouse of a deceased recipient of the Navy Cross who is eligible to operate a motor vehicle in this State under the provisions of R.S.39:3-10 may retain the special license plates obtained by the deceased spouse pursuant to this section for display on a motor vehicle registered to the surviving spouse under the provisions of R.S.39:3-4. d. The director may promulgate rules and regulations governing the issuance and use of these special license plates. L.1999,c.56,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-40 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-40
Penalties for driving while license suspended, etc.
Status: in_force

39:3-40. No person to whom a driver's license has been refused or whose driver's license or reciprocity privilege has been suspended or revoked, or who has been prohibited from obtaining a driver's license, shall personally operate a motor vehicle during the period of refusal, suspension, revocation, or prohibition. No person whose motor vehicle registration has been revoked shall operate or permit the operation of such motor vehicle during the period of such revocation. Except as provided in subsections i. and j. of this section, a person violating this section shall be subject to the following penalties: a. Upon conviction for a first offense, a fine of $500.00 and, if that offense involves the operation of a motor vehicle during a period when the violator's driver's license is suspended for a violation of R.S.39:4-50 or section 2 of P.L.1981, c.512 (C.39:4-50.4a), revocation of the violator's motor vehicle registration privilege in accordance with the provisions of sections 2 through 6 of P.L.1995, c.286 (C.39:3-40.1 through C.39:3-40.5); b. Upon conviction for a second offense, a fine of $750.00, imprisonment in the county jail for at least one but not more than five days and, if the second offense involves the operation of a motor vehicle during a period when the violator's driver's license is suspended and that second offense occurs within five years of a conviction for that same offense, revocation of the violator's motor vehicle registration privilege in accordance with the provisions of sections 2 through 6 of P.L.1995, c.286 (C.39:3-40.1 through C.39:3-40.5); c. Upon conviction for a third offense or subsequent offense, a fine of $1,000.00 and imprisonment in the county jail for 10 days. If the third or a subsequent offense involves the operation of a motor vehicle during a period when the violator's driver's license is suspended and the third or subsequent offense occurs within five years of a conviction for the same offense, revocation of the violator's motor vehicle registration privilege in accordance with the provisions of sections 2 through 6 of P.L.1995, c.286 (C.39:3-40.1 through C.39:3-40.5); d. Upon conviction, the court shall impose or extend a period of suspension not to exceed six months; e. Upon conviction, the court shall impose a period of imprisonment for not less than 45 days or more than 180 days, if while operating a vehicle in violation of this section a person is involved in an accident resulting in bodily injury to another person; f. (1) In addition to any penalty imposed under the provisions of subsections a. through e. of this section, any person violating this section while under suspension issued pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1972, c.197 (C.39:6B-2), upon conviction, shall be fined $500.00, shall have his license to operate a motor vehicle suspended for an additional period of not less than one year nor more than two years, and may be imprisoned in the county jail for not more than 90 days. (2) In addition to any penalty imposed under the provisions of subsections a. through e. of this section and paragraph (1) of this subsection, any person violating this section under suspension issued pursuant to R.S.39:4-50, section 2 of P.L.1981, c.512 (C.39:4-50.4a) or P.L.1982, c.85 (C.39:5-30a et seq.), shall be fined $500, shall have his license to operate a motor vehicle suspended for an additional period of not less than one year or more than two years, and shall be imprisoned in the county jail for not less than 10 days or more than 90 days. (3) In addition to any penalty imposed under the provisions of subsections a. through e. of this section and paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, a person shall have his license to operate a motor vehicle suspended for an additional period of not less than one year or more than two years, which period shall commence upon the completion of any prison sentence imposed upon that person, shall be fined $500 and shall be imprisoned for a period of 60 to 90 days for a first offense, imprisoned for a period of 120 to 150 days for a second offense, and imprisoned for 180 days for a third or subsequent offense, for operating a motor vehicle while in violation of paragraph (2) of this subsection while: (a) on any school property used for school purposes which is owned by or leased to any elementary or secondary school or school board, or within 1,000 feet of such school property; (b) driving through a school crossing as defined in R.S.39:1-1 if the municipality, by ordinance or resolution, has designated the school crossing as such; or (c) driving through a school crossing as defined in R.S.39:1-1 knowing that juveniles are present if the municipality has not designated the school crossing as such by ordinance or resolution. A map or true copy of a map depicting the location and boundaries of the area on or within 1,000 feet of any property used for school purposes which is owned by or leased to any elementary or secondary school or school board produced pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1987, c.101 (C.2C:35-7) may be used in a prosecution under subparagraph (a) of this paragraph. It shall not be relevant to the imposition of sentence pursuant to subparagraph (a) or (b) of this paragraph that the defendant was unaware that the prohibited conduct took place while on or within 1,000 feet of any school property or while driving through a school crossing. Nor shall it be relevant to the imposition of sentence that no juveniles were present on the school property or crossing zone at the time of the offense or that the school was not in session; g. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2009, c.224); h. A person who owns or leases a motor vehicle and permits another to operate the motor vehicle commits a violation and is subject to suspension of his license to operate a motor vehicle and to revocation of registration pursuant to sections 2 through 6 of P.L.1995, c.286 (C.39:3-40.1 through C.39:3-40.5) if the person: (1) Knows that the operator's license or reciprocity privilege to operate a motor vehicle has been suspended for a violation of R.S.39:4-50 or section 2 of P.L.1981, c.512 (C.39:4-50.4a); or (2) Knows that the operator's license or reciprocity privilege to operate a motor vehicle is suspended and that the operator has been convicted, within the past five years, of operating a vehicle while the person's license was suspended or revoked. In any case where a person who owns or leases a motor vehicle knows that the operator's license or reciprocity privilege of the person he permits to operate the motor vehicle is suspended or revoked for any violation of R.S.39:4-50 or section 2 of P.L.1981, c.512 (C.39:4-50.4a), the person also shall be subject to the following penalties: for a first or second offense, a fine of $1,000, imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or both; and for a third or subsequent offense, a fine of $1,000, imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or both, and forfeiture of the right to operate a motor vehicle over the highways of this State for a period of 90 days; i. If the violator's driver's license to operate a motor vehicle has been suspended pursuant to section 9 of P.L.1985, c.14 (C.39:4-139.10) or for failure to comply with a time payment order, the violator shall be subject to a maximum fine of $100 upon proof that the violator has paid all fines and other assessments related to the parking violation that were the subject of the Order of Suspension, or if the violator makes sufficient payments to become current with respect to payment obligations under the time payment order; j. If a person is convicted for a second or subsequent violation of this section and the second or subsequent offense involves a motor vehicle moving violation, the term of imprisonment for the second or subsequent offense shall be 10 days longer than the term of imprisonment imposed for the previous offense. For the purposes of this subsection, a "motor vehicle moving violation" means any violation of the motor vehicle laws of this State 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). amended 1941, c.344; 1945, c.222, s.2; 1947, c.25; 1964, c.9; 1968, c.323, s.10; 1981, c.38, s.1; 1982, c.45, s.2; 1983, c.90, s.1; 1986, c.38; 1992, c.203; 1994, c.64, s.2; 1995, c.286, s.1; 1999, c.185, s.3; 1999, c.423, s.3; 2001, c.213, s.1; 2002, c.28; 2007, c.187; 2009, c.224, s.1; 2009, c.332.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3C-22 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3C / Section 3C-22
Special events.
Status: in_force

22. The commissioner may authorize the holding of organized special events. The commissioner shall adopt and may, from time to time, amend rules and regulations determining the special events which shall be subject to a permit and designating the equipment and facilities necessary for safe operation of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes and for the safety of operators, participants, and observers in such special events. Whenever a special event requiring authorization of the department is proposed to be held in the State of New Jersey, the person in charge thereof shall, at least 90 days prior thereto, file an application with the commissioner to hold the special event. The application shall set forth the date of and location where it is proposed to hold the rally, race, exhibition, or organized event, and any other information as the commissioner may require, and it shall not be conducted without written authorization of the commissioner. Copies of such regulations shall be furnished by the commissioner to any person making an application therefor. Any person sponsoring the event who shall violate any regulation adopted pursuant to this section shall for every violation be subject to a fine not to exceed $250. L.1973, c.307, s.22; amended 1985, c.375, s.22; 2009, c.275, s.22.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-84 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-84
Limitation on amount of judgment.
Status: in_force

24. When a judgment is obtained against the association, in an action brought under this act, upon the determination of all proceedings including appeals and reviews, the court shall make an order directed to the association directing it to pay out of the fund to the plaintiff in the action the amount thereof which does not exceed $15,000.00, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to, or death of, one person and, subject to such limits for the death of, or injury to, any one person, does not exceed $30,000.00, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of the injury to, or death of, more than one person, in any one accident, provided that such maximum amount shall be reduced by any amount received or recovered by the plaintiff as specified in subparagraph (m) of section 10. L.1952,c.174,s.24; amended 1955, c.1, s.15; 1958, c.99, s.8; 1972, c.198, s.5; 1985, c.148, s.17; 2003, c.89, s.28.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6B-1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6B / Section 6B-1
Maintenance of motor vehicle liability insurance coverage.
Status: in_force

1. a. Every owner or registered owner of a motor vehicle registered or principally garaged in this State shall maintain motor vehicle liability insurance coverage, under provisions approved by the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance, insuring against loss resulting from liability imposed by law for bodily injury, death and property damage sustained by any person arising out of the ownership, maintenance, operation or use of a motor vehicle wherein such coverage shall be at least in: (1) an amount or limit of $15,000 for plans issued or renewed prior to January 1, 2023, $25,000 for plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2023 but prior to January 1, 2026, and $35,000 for plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to, or death of, one person, in any one accident; and (2) an amount or limit, subject to such limit for any one person so injured or killed, of $30,000 for plans issued or renewed prior to January 1, 2023, $50,000 for plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2023 but prior to January 1, 2026, and $70,000 for plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to or death of, more than one person, in any one accident; and (3) an amount or limit of $25,000 for plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2023, exclusive of interest and costs, for damage to property in any one accident; and (4) for a commercial motor vehicle, an amount or limit of $1,500,000, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to or death of, one or more persons in any one accident or for damage to property in any one accident; and (5) for a commercial motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 or more pounds but less than 26,001 pounds, an amount or limit of $300,000, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to or death of, one or more persons in any one accident or for damage to property in any one accident. The provisions of paragraphs (4) and (5) of this subsection may be satisfied by a commercial automobile insurance policy, fleet insurance policy, commercial umbrella insurance policy, commercial excess insurance policy, similar insurance policy, or any combination thereof. b. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection a. of this section, an owner or registered owner of an automobile, as defined in section 2 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-2), registered or primarily garaged in the State may satisfy the requirements of subsection a. of this section by maintaining a basic automobile insurance policy containing coverages provided pursuant to subsections a. and b. of section 4 of P.L.1998, c.21 (C.39:6A-3.1). c. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection a. of this section, an owner or registered owner of an automobile, as defined in section 2 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-2), registered or primarily garaged in the State may satisfy the requirements of subsection a. of this section by maintaining a special automobile insurance policy containing coverages provided pursuant to subsection b. of section 45 of P.L.2003, c.89 (C.39:6A-3.3). d. Upon the renewal of a policy of insurance that, under its original policy limits, would no longer meet the minimum requirements established pursuant to this section, an insurer shall notify the named insured that the policy limits have been increased to meet the requirements established pursuant to this section. Notice provided pursuant to this subsection shall specify the limit or limits that have been increased to meet the requirements established pursuant to this section. Notwithstanding the provisions of any law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, an insurer shall not be required to receive a signed coverage selection form pursuant to N.J.A.C.11:3-15.7, to increase a policy's limits pursuant to this section. e. As used in this section, "commercial motor vehicle" means a commercial motor vehicle as defined pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1990, c.103 (C.39:3-10.11) and an autocab as defined pursuant to R.S.48:16-1, and shall include commercially registered vehicles. For purposes of paragraph (5) of subsection a. of this section, "commercial motor vehicle" shall also include commercially registered vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 or more pounds but less than 26,001 pounds. L.1972,c.197,s.1; amended 1998, c.21, s.20; 2003, c.89, s.60; 2022, c.87, s.2; 2023, c.276, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-56 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-56
Other laws unaffected
Status: in_force

4. The provisions of this act do not prohibit or limit the application of any law to a criminal or motor vehicle violation by a person who claims immunities or privileges under Title 22 of the United States Code. L.2003,c.23,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-76.8 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-76.8
Goggles or face shield to be worn by motorcycle operator
Status: in_force

No person shall operate a motorcycle unless he wears goggles or a face shield of a type approved by the director. The director is authorized and empowered to adopt rules and regulations covering types of goggles and face shields and the specifications therefor and to establish and maintain a list of approved goggles and face shields which meet the specifications as established hereunder. For the purposes of this section, motorcycle shall not include any three-wheeled motor vehicle equipped with a single cab with glazing enclosing the occupant, seats similar to those of a passenger vehicle or truck, seat belts and automotive steering. L.1967, c. 237, s. 7, eff. Jan. 1, 1968. Amended by L.1984, c. 33, s. 4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10A-6 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10A / Section 10A-6
Rules and regulations
Status: in_force

The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles may make and promulgate rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this act. L.1964, c. 81, s. 6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5A-3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5A / Section 5A-3
Request not dedication; prohibition of use; different or additional conditions
Status: in_force

The filing of a written request, in pursuance of section 1 of this act, shall not be deemed to constitute a dedication to public use, of any such roads, streets, driveways, trails, terraces, bridle paths, parkways, parking areas, or other roadways open to or used by vehicular traffic, nor shall it be construed to prevent such persons, corporations or institutions, as owners of such property open to or used by the public for purposes of vehicular travel by permission of such persons, corporations or institutions and not as a matter of public right, from prohibiting such use or from requiring other or different or additional conditions than those specified in subtitle 1, Title 39, of the Revised Statutes, or otherwise regulating such use as may seem best to such persons, corporations or institutions. L.1945, c. 284, p. 835, s. 3. Amended by L.1954, c. 139, p. 640, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-112 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-112
Visibility of signals to traffic at intersections
Status: in_force

Traffic control signals shall be so located as to be plainly visible to all traffic to be regulated and shall provide at least two indications for each approach at the intersection. At least one signal face shall give an unmistakable indication to traffic approaching, as well as passing through the intersection area. This shall be accomplished by means of post, brackets, mast arms or cables so located that at least one signal face shall be to the right of, or over the traffic it is intended to control. Amended by L.1948, c. 422, p. 1660, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-7 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-7
Exclusion from certain insurance benefits.
Status: in_force

7. Exclusions. a. Insurers may exclude a person from benefits under sections 4 and 10 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4 and 39:6A-10), medical expense benefits provided in section 4 of P.L.1998, c.21 (C.39:6A-3.1) and benefits provided in section 45 of P.L.2003, c.89 (C.39:6A-3.3) if that person's conduct contributed to his personal injuries or death occurred in any of the following ways: (1) while committing a high misdemeanor or felony or seeking to avoid lawful apprehension or arrest by a police officer; or (2) while acting with specific intent of causing injury or damage to himself or others. b. An insurer may also exclude from the benefits provided in sections 4 and 10 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4 and 39:6A-10), the medical expense benefits provided in section 4 of P.L.1998, c.21 (C.39:6A-3.1) and benefits provided in section 45 of P.L.2003, c.89 (C.39:6A-3.3) any person having incurred injuries or death, who, at the time of the accident: (1) was the owner or registrant of an automobile registered or principally garaged in this State that was being operated without personal injury protection coverage; (2) was occupying or operating an automobile without the permission of the owner or other named insured; (3) was a person other than the named insured or a member of the named insured's family residing in his household, if that person is entitled to coverage under section 4 or section 10 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4 or 39:6A-10), or both, section 4 of P.L.1998, c.21 (C.39:6A-3.1) or section 45 of P.L.2003, c.89 (C.39:6A-3.3), as a named insured or member of the named insured's family residing in his household under the terms of another policy; or (4) was a member of the named insured's family residing in the named insured's household, if that person is entitled to coverage under section 4 or section 10 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4 or 39:6A-10), or both, section 4 of P.L.1998, c.21 (C.39:6A-3.1) or section 45 of P.L.2003, c.89 (C.39:6A-3.3) as a named insured under the terms of another policy. L.1972,c.70,s.7; amended 1972, c.203, s.5; 1983, c.362, s.10; 1997, c.270; 1998, c.21, s.10; 2003, c.89, s.51.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-66 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-66
Emerging from alley, driveway, garage, or private road or driveway
Status: in_force

39:4-66. a. The operator of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway, garage, or private road or driveway, shall stop the vehicle immediately prior to driving upon the sidewalk, and shall proceed to enter the sidewalk only after yielding the right of way to a pedestrian on the sidewalk, if the pedestrian is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. b. In addition to any duty imposed under subsection a. of this section, the operator of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway, garage, or private road or driveway, shall stop the vehicle immediately prior to entering or crossing a highway, and shall proceed to enter or cross the highway only after yielding the right of way to the traffic on the highway, if the traffic is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. Amended 1989,c.147,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-139 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-139
Loading or unloading passengers or materials; period at certain places
Status: in_force

No operator of a vehicle shall stand or park the vehicle for a period of time longer than is necessary for the loading or unloading of passengers or materials or longer than is hereinafter provided. The loading or unloading of passengers shall not consume more than three minutes in an alley or at a curb adjacent to the entrance of a school, church, theatre, hotel, hospital or any other place of public assemblage during hours designated by official signs.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.14 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.14
Interdepartmental rules, regulations
Status: in_force

The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles and the Adjutant General of the State Department of Defense shall promulgate and adopt interdepartmental rules and regulations governing the issuance and use of such registration plates, the design and affixation of the Minuteman emblem, and providing for their surrender by persons who cease to be members of the New Jersey National Guard for reasons other than honorable separation. L. 1979, c. 456, s. 2. Amended by L. 1983, c. 132, s. 2; L. 1984, c. 181, s. 34, eff. Nov. 14, 1984; L. 1985, c. 488, s. 2, eff. Jan. 17, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-30.15 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-30.15
Responsibility of director
Status: in_force

4. The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall be responsible for the receipt of all reports of drug offense convictions submitted to this State by federal courts, courts of any other state, or courts of the District of Columbia. L.1993,c.296,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-11 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-11
Audible signal
Status: in_force

No person shall operate a bicycle unless it is equipped with a bell or other device capable of giving a signal audible for a distance of at least one hundred feet, except that a bicycle shall not be equipped with nor shall any person use upon a bicycle any siren or whistle. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 70, s. 12.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-45 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-45
Itemized receipt.
Status: in_force

Any person who collects fines, costs or cash bail, for a violation of this subtitle, shall deliver to the defendant a proper itemized receipt, which may be either a "proper itemized manual receipt" or a "proper itemized computer generated receipt." Such receipt shall be created either manually or by computer. In the event that the payment was made by mail, the defendant shall only be entitled to a copy of the receipt if the defendant provides the court with a stamped self-addressed envelope. If a manual receipt is issued, a copy of that receipt shall be filed with the case. For the purposes of this section, a "proper itemized manual receipt" is one that is pre-numbered and which includes: the name and signature of the person who received the payment, the date the payment was received, the name of the defendant, the amount paid and the complaint or docket number. A "proper itemized computer generated receipt" is one that is pre-numbered and which includes: the identifying code of the person who received the payment, the date and time the payment was received, the name of the defendant, the amount paid and the complaint or docket number. Any outstanding charges against an offender may be immediately dismissed upon the offender's presentation of a proper itemized receipt issued pursuant to this section evidencing the payment of the required fines and costs. Properly itemized receipts, for use by municipal courts, may contain supplemental information as appropriate, but shall be on a form approved by the Administrative Director of the Courts. Amended 1942, c.334, s.12; 1999, c.423, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2-9.8 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-9.8
Construction of act concerning graduated driver licensing and driving schools.
Status: in_force

12. The provisions of this act are not intended, nor shall they be construed or used, as a basis to privatize existing services or programs, or in any manner reduce the number of State employees performing driver testing duties in the Division of Motor Vehicles. L.2001,c.420,s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-2.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-2.1
Uniforms for motor vehicle inspectors
Status: in_force

The Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Law and Public Safety shall provide uniforms for its employees engaged in examining and inspecting motor vehicles at official inspection stations, and shall pay for such uniforms out of any available appropriations. L.1949, c. 221, p. 703, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-207 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-207
Parking overtime by driver of motor vehicle with placard or wheelchair symbol license plates; no penalty
Status: in_force

No penalty shall be imposed for the parking overtime of any motor vehicle which has displayed thereon a placard or wheelchair symbol license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this act under any law or municipal ordinance now in effect or hereafter enacted unless such vehicle shall have been parked in one location for more than 24 hours. This provision shall apply only when the person to whom the placard or special license plate has been issued is either the driver or a passenger of the vehicle. L.1949, c.280, s.4; amended 1981,c.36,s.4; 1989,c.201,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.148 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.148
Military Veteran motorcycle license plates.
Status: in_force

1. a. Upon proper application, the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall issue Military Veteran motorcycle license plates for any motorcycle owned or leased and registered in this State. In addition to the registration number and other markings or identification otherwise prescribed by law, the license plate shall display the words, "U.S. Vet" along with an image or other pictorial representation of the flag of the United States of America. The chief administrator, in consultation with the Adjutant General of the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs, shall select the design of the Military Veteran motorcycle license plates. The Military Veteran motorcycle license plates shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 3 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes, except as hereinafter otherwise specifically provided. b. Application for issuance of a Military Veteran motorcycle license plate shall be made to the chief administrator on forms and in a manner prescribed by the chief administrator. The application shall include proof satisfactory to the chief administrator that the applicant has been discharged honorably or under general honorable conditions in any branch of the Armed Forces of the United States, or a Reserve component thereof, or the National Guard of this State or another state as defined in section 1 of P.L.1963, c.109 (C.38A:1-1), as certified on the applicant's DD-214, DD-215, or DD-256 form as issued by the federal government, NGB-22 or other approved separation forms as outlined by all branches of the Armed Forces, a county-issued veteran identification card pursuant to P.L.2012, c.30 (C.40A:9-78.1 et seq.), or a veteran identification card as issued by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs under the "Veterans Identification Card Act of 2015," (38 U.S.C. s.5706) or on a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. In order to be deemed complete, an application shall be accompanied by a fee of $50, payable to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, which shall be in addition to the fee otherwise prescribed by law for the registration of a motorcycle. The chief administrator shall collect annually, subsequent to the year of issuance of the Military Veteran motorcycle license plate, a $10 fee for the license plate in addition to the fee otherwise prescribed by law for the registration of a motorcycle. The additional fees required by this subsection shall be deposited in the "Military Veteran Motorcycle License Plate Fund" created pursuant to subsection c. of this section. The surviving spouse of a deceased veteran, who is eligible to operate a motorcycle in this State under the provisions of R.S.39:3-10, may retain the Military Veteran motorcycle license plates obtained by the deceased spouse pursuant to this section for display on a motorcycle owned or leased by the surviving spouse. c. There is created in the Department of the Treasury a special non-lapsing fund to be known as the "Military Veteran Motorcycle License Plate Fund." There shall be deposited in the fund the amount collected from all license plate fees collected pursuant to subsection b. of this section, less the amounts necessary to reimburse the commission for administrative costs pursuant to subsection d. of this section. Monies deposited in the fund shall be appropriated annually to the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs and shall be used to support programs benefiting military veterans. Monies deposited in the fund shall be held in interest-bearing accounts in a public depository as defined pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1970, c.236 (C.17:9-41), and may be invested or reinvested in securities approved by the State Treasurer. Interest or other income earned on monies deposited into the fund, and any monies which may be appropriated or otherwise become available for the purposes of the fund, shall be credited to and deposited in the fund for use as set forth in P.L.2017, c.193 (C.39:3-27.148 et seq.). d. Prior to the deposit of the additional fees collected pursuant to subsection b. of this section into the "Military Veteran Motorcycle License Plate Fund," amounts thereof as are necessary shall be used to reimburse the commission for all costs reasonably and actually incurred, as stipulated by the chief administrator, for: (1) designing, producing, issuing, renewing, and publicizing the availability of the Military Veteran motorcycle license plates; and (2) any computer programming changes that may be initially necessary to implement the Military Veteran motorcycle license plate program in an amount not to exceed $150,000. The chief administrator shall annually certify to the State Treasurer the average cost per license plate incurred in the immediately preceding year by the commission in producing, issuing, renewing, and publicizing the availability of the Military Veteran motorcycle license plates. The annual certification of the average cost per license plate shall be approved by the Joint Budget Oversight Committee, or its successor. In the event that the average cost per license plate as certified by the chief administrator 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 chief administrator may discontinue the issuance of Military Veteran motorcycle license plates. e. The chief administrator shall notify eligible motorists of the opportunity to obtain Military Veteran motorcycle license plates by publicizing the availability of the license plates on the commission's website. The Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs, and any other individual or entity designated by the department, may publicize the availability of the Military Veteran motorcycle license plates in any manner that the department deems appropriate. f. The chief administrator and adjutant general shall develop and enter into an inter-departmental memorandum of agreement setting forth the procedures to be followed in carrying out their respective responsibilities under P.L.2017, c.193 (C.39:3-27.148 et seq.). g. The adjutant general shall appoint a representative who shall act as a liaison between the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs and the commission. The liaison shall represent the department in any and all communications with the commission regarding the Military Veteran motorcycle license plates established by P.L.2017, c.193 (C.39:3-27.148 et seq.). L.2017, c.193, s.1; amended 2019, c.500, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-11 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-11
Certificate of ownership; fees
Status: in_force

39:10-11. A. The purchaser of a motor vehicle in this State, other than a dealer licensed pursuant to the provisions of R.S.39:10-19, shall, within 10 working days after its purchase, submit to the director evidence of the purchase. Upon presentation to the director of the certificate of origin, or certificate of ownership, or bill of sale issued prior to October 1, 1946, with proper assignment and certification of the seller, a record of the transaction shall be made and filed. A certificate of ownership shall be issued by the director and delivered to the buyer, in case of a sale not subject to a security interest, and the director shall collect a fee of $20 for the issuance and filing thereof. B. In the case of a sale subject to a security interest, a certificate of ownership, with the name and address of the holder of the encumbrance or secured party or his assignee recorded thereon, shall be delivered to the holder of the encumbrance or secured party or his assignee and a copy thereof shall be delivered to the buyer. The director shall collect a fee of $30 for his services in issuing a certificate and copy thereof, and for making a record of and filing the record of the transaction, pursuant to this subsection. C. Except as hereinafter in this section otherwise expressly provided, whenever a security interest is created in a motor vehicle, other than a security interest which is required to be noted on the certificate of origin or the certificate of ownership, as provided in R.S.39:10-8 and R.S.39:10-9, there shall be filed with the director the certificate of ownership of the motor vehicle, together with a financing statement on a form prescribed by the director. The director shall make and file a record of the transaction and shall issue a certificate of ownership, recording the name and address of the secured party or his assignee thereon, and shall deliver it to the secured party or his assignee. A copy of the certificate of ownership so issued shall be delivered to the buyer. The director shall collect a fee of $20 for his services in issuing a certificate and copy thereof and for making a record of and filing the record of the transaction, pursuant to this subsection. D. The financing statement required to be filed pursuant to subsection C. hereof shall be signed only by the buyer, shall not be required to be acknowledged or proved, and shall show, in addition to such matters as the director may require for the proper identification of the motor vehicle affected, the date of the security agreement, and the names and addresses of the parties thereto. Nothing in this section 39:10-11 contained shall be construed as requiring that the security agreement or a copy thereof, or any proof of execution thereof other than that contained in the financing statement, shall be presented to the director. When the buyer is a corporation, it shall be sufficient if the financing statement is signed by any officer thereof, or by any agent designated by the corporation for that purpose, and it shall not be necessary that the financing statement recite the authorization of the agent. When there is more than one buyer, it shall be sufficient if the financing statement is signed by any one of them. E. Nothing in subsections C. and D. of 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, nor shall anything in the said subsections apply to interests in personal property subject to chapter 28 of Title 46 of the Revised Statutes. F. In addition to the fees elsewhere in this section provided for, there shall be paid to the director at the time a certificate of ownership is issued a fee of $10 for notice of satisfaction of the lien or encumbrance of the record or abstract, or of the termination of the security interest, where the motor vehicle is subject to a lien or encumbrance or a security interest as provided in R.S.39:10-14. G. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, when any dealer licensed under the provisions of R.S.39:10-19 is the purchaser of a motor vehicle in this State, he may, within 10 working days after its purchase, submit to the director the evidence of purchase. Upon presentation of the certificate of ownership with proper assignment and certification of the seller to the director, a record of the transaction shall be made and filed. A certificate of ownership shall be issued by the director and delivered to such purchaser, and the director shall collect a fee of $10 for the issuing and filing thereof. If a dealer does not submit the evidence of purchase, upon resale of the motor vehicle he shall execute and attach to the certificate of ownership a dealer reassignment certificate. The director shall issue dealer reassignment certificates in lots upon payment of a fee of $10 for each certificate. H. Any purchaser of a motor vehicle who fails to comply with the provisions of this section shall pay to the director a penalty of $25 plus the issuing and filing fee. I. The failure of any person to comply with the requirements of this section shall not constitute a misdemeanor within the provisions of R.S.39:10-24, nor shall such failure affect the validity of any instrument creating or reserving a security interest in a motor vehicle, as between the parties to such instrument. J. The notation of the name and business or residence address of a secured party or his assignee, on the certificate of origin or on the certificate of ownership, as provided in R.S.39:10-8 and R.S.39:10-9, and the presentation to the director, in accordance with R.S.39:10-11, of the certificate of origin or certificate of ownership so noted, and the compliance with the requirements of subsections C. and D. of R.S.39:10-11 shall be in lieu of all filing requirements imposed by chapter 9 of Title 12A of the New Jersey Statutes and shall constitute the perfection of a security interest in the motor vehicle, and the rights and remedies of the debtors and the secured parties in respect to such security interest shall, except as otherwise expressly provided in this chapter, be subject to and governed by chapter 9 of Title 12A of the New Jersey Statutes. Amended 1939,c.270,s.2; 1946,c.136,s.7; 1951,c.334,s.1; 1954,c.207; 1955,c.209,s.1; 1956,c.92; 1961,c.122,s.5; 1962,c.193,s.3; 1963,c.34,s.3; 1968,c.130,s.12; 1975,c.180,s.15; 1982,c.27,s.1; 1982,c.53,s.6; 1994,c.60,s.26.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.100 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.100
Issuance of Meadowlands conservation license plates.
Status: in_force

9. The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Transportation shall, upon proper application therefor, issue Meadowlands conservation license plates for any motor vehicle owned or leased and registered in the State. In addition to the registration number and other markings or identification otherwise prescribed by law, a Meadowlands conservation license plate shall display words or a slogan and an emblem indicating support for, or an interest in, conservation of the Hackensack meadowlands and the Hackensack river watershed. The words or slogan and emblem shall be chosen by the director; however, the director shall solicit, in conjunction with the Legislature, input on the design of the plate from the general public and from the board of trustees of the Meadowlands Conservation Trust created pursuant to section 4 of P.L.1999, c.31 (C.13:17-90), and shall review the submissions prior to choosing the design. Issuance of Meadowlands conservation license plates in accordance with this section shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 3 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes, except as hereinafter otherwise specifically provided. L.1999,c.31,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-39 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-39
Payment of judgment in installments
Status: in_force

A judgment debtor to whom this chapter applies may, for the sole purpose of giving authority to the director to authorize the judgment debtor to operate a motor vehicle thereafter, on due notice to the judgment creditor, apply to the court in which the trial judgment was obtained for the privilege of paying the judgment in installments. The court, in its discretion and without prejudice to any other legal remedies which the judgment creditor may have, may so order, fixing the amounts and times of payment of the installments. The director may, in his discretion, while the judgment debtor is not in default in paying the installments, restore, or refrain from suspending his license or registration certificate or certificates, or either or both of them. The license or certificate or certificates, or either or both or all of them, shall be suspended as hereinbefore provided when the director is satisfied that the judgment debtor has failed to comply with the terms of the court order. L.1952, c. 173, p. 560, s. 17. Amended by L.1979, c. 169, s. 4, eff. Aug. 9, 1979.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10A-1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10A / Section 10A-1
Public auction of abandoned motor vehicles; notices required.
Status: in_force

1. a. When the State or any county, county park commission, municipality or any authority created by any thereof, hereinafter referred to as a "public agency," shall have taken possession of a motor vehicle found abandoned, such taking of possession shall be reported immediately to (1) The Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission on a form prescribed by the administrator, for verification of ownership and (2) The National Insurance Crime Bureau. (3) Upon receipt of verification of ownership of the vehicle from the administrator, the public agency shall within three business days provide notice of possession of the vehicle to the owner of record and the holder of any security interest filed with the administrator by telephone, mail, facsimile or electronically. The public agency may assess the person claiming the vehicle, be it the owner of record or the holder of any security interest, for the actual costs of providing the notice required under this paragraph. (4) The public agency shall also within three business days notify the person storing the abandoned motor vehicle. The notice shall be given in the same manner as in the case of notification of the owner of record and the security interest holder and shall include the name and address of the owner of record and the holder of any security interest in the stored motor vehicle. (5) Upon receipt of the notice required by paragraph (4) of this subsection, the person storing the abandoned motor vehicle shall provide notice to the owner of record and to any security interest holder. (a) The notice shall be by first class mail, with a certificate of mailing, and shall include a schedule of the costs imposed for storing the motor vehicle and instructions explaining how the owner of record or the security interest holder may claim the stored motor vehicle. (b) Except as provided in subparagraph (c) of this paragraph, if the person storing the motor vehicle fails to provide this notice to the owner of record and to the security interest holder within 30 days of the date on which the storer of the vehicle received the notice required under paragraph (4) from the public agency, the maximum amount that person may charge the owner of record or the security interest holder for storing that motor vehicle shall be $750, provided that the owner of record or security interest holder submits a proper claim for the vehicle not later than the 30th day following the date the notice is delivered from the public agency to the person storing the motor vehicle. (c) When a vehicle is abandoned due to the death or incapacitation of the driver or any passenger, the person storing the vehicle shall charge the owner of record or the security interest holder no more than $100 for the first 72 hours after the vehicle is placed on the premises. (d) If the owner of record or security interest holder fails to submit a proper claim for the vehicle on or before that 30th day, the person storing the motor vehicle may charge the security interest holder reasonable costs for the removal and storage of the motor vehicle. If the notice is properly provided by the person storing the motor vehicle, that person may charge the owner of record or the security interest holder reasonable costs for the removal and storage of the motor vehicle from the date the person removed and stored the motor vehicle. (e) The public agency may assess the person storing the abandoned motor vehicle, and the person storing the abandoned motor vehicle may assess the security interest holder, for the actual costs of providing the notices required under paragraphs (4) and (5) of this subsection. b. When such motor vehicle which has been ascertained not to be stolen and to be one which can be certified for a junk title certificate under section 3 of P.L.1964, c.81 (C.39:10A-3) shall have remained unclaimed by the owner or other person having a legal right thereto for a period of 15 business days, even if at that time the owner has not been identified as a result of efforts to make identification by the public agency or the Motor Vehicle Commission, the same may be sold at auction in a public place. If the certified motor vehicle is sold at auction prior to identification of the owner, the public agency shall document the condition of the motor vehicle in writing and with photographs prior to the sale; document the amount obtained from the sale of the motor vehicle; and notify the owner, if his name and address are identified after the sale, of the actions taken by the public agency to dispose of the motor vehicle. c. When a motor vehicle which cannot be certified for a junk title certificate under section 3 of P.L.1964, c.81 (C.39:10A-3) remains unclaimed by the owner or other person having a legal right thereto for a period of 20 business days, the motor vehicle may be sold at auction in a public place, but shall be sold no later than 90 business days after the public agency takes possession of the vehicle. d. The public agency shall give notice of a sale conducted pursuant to subsection b. or c. of this section, by certified mail, to the owner, if his name and address be known and to the holder of any security interest filed with the administrator, and by publication in a form to be prescribed by the administrator by one insertion, at least five days before the date of the sale, in one or more newspapers published in this State and circulating in the municipality in which such motor vehicle is held. L.1964, c.81, s.1; amended 1986, c.173; 1987, c.127, s.5; 1989, c.66; 2006, c.91; 2008, c.107, s.2; 2015, c.95, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-120.9 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-120.9
Drivers' obedience
Status: in_force

5. The driver of a motor vehicle shall observe and obey an official traffic control device erected at a public-private intersection in the same manner as those erected at any other intersection. L.1991,c.298,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5B-21 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5B / Section 5B-21
Possession of certificate of handling or certification number by driver or operator
Status: in_force

In addition to any other conditions or liability imposed by law, it shall be unlawful to ship or transport, or cause to be shipped or transported, by motor vehicle over the highways of this State those types and quantities of radioactive material for which a certificate of handling is required pursuant to the terms of P.L.1977, c. 233 (C. 26:2D-18 et seq.), unless the certificate of handling or certification number is obtained from the State Department of Environmental Protection and is in the possession of the driver or operator of any motor vehicle used for the transport of the material on the highways of this State. L.1983, c. 102, s. 4, eff. March 14, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5B-31 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5B / Section 5B-31
Inspection of vehicles.
Status: in_force

2. a. Any State Police officer may inspect such vehicles, railroad cars, and places of origin or destination in the State with respect to compliance with motor carrier safety regulations or hazardous materials transportation regulations. Any State Police officer may also break such cargo seals on vehicles and railroad cars as may be necessary to inspect vehicles and railroad cars transporting hazardous materials to ascertain that packages as defined in 49 C.F.R. s.171.8 have been properly classified, described, packaged, marked, labeled, blocked and braced and are in proper condition for shipment. Any State Police officer may stop and enter upon a commercial motor vehicle, as defined in the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1985, c.415 (C.39:5B-32), traveling the roads of the State for the purpose of performing safety inspections consistent with State law and as provided for under the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1985, c.415 (C.39:5B-32). Any State Police officer may enter, during regular business hours, the commercial premises owned or leased by a commercial motor vehicle carrier, wherein the records, required to be maintained under State law and the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1985, c.415 (C.39:5B-32), are stored and maintained, and may inspect and copy the records for the purpose of enforcing State law and the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1985, c.415 (C.39:5B-32). If the records contain evidence of violations of State law or the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1985, c.415 (C.39:5B-32), a State Police officer shall produce and take possession of copies of the records. The Superintendent of State Police shall coordinate activities under this section with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to ensure compliance with all federal and State laws and regulations. b. The powers exercised by the State Police pursuant to this section may also be exercised by police officers of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, police officers of the Delaware River Port Authority, and by personnel of the Department of Transportation duly authorized by the Superintendent of State Police. Appropriate personnel of the Department of Environmental Protection duly authorized by the superintendent may, consistent with federal regulations, inspect the contents of packages referred to in subsection a. of this section at places of origin prior to acceptance by the transporter or at places of destination after acceptance by the consignee. In addition, personnel of the Department of Environmental Protection so authorized may conduct, in conjunction with and under the direction of State Police personnel, inspections and break cargo seals as described in subsection a. of this section when at off-highway facilities, including, but not limited to, public truck stops, public rest areas, State weigh stations, and commercial motor vehicle inspection stations. c. The Commissioner of Transportation is authorized to adopt, in consultation with the Superintendent of the State Police and pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), rules and regulations governing inspection and breaking of cargo seals by those authorized to do so under this section. No person not given specific authority in this section to do so shall break cargo seals under this section or otherwise implement the provisions of this section. L.1985, c.415, s.2; amended 2012, c.72, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-14.3f — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-14.3f
Accident reports.
Status: in_force

8. Article 15 of chapter 4 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes pertaining to accidents and reports shall be applicable to all accidents involving low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles. Any law enforcement officer investigating an accident in which a low-speed electric bicycle or motorized bicycle is involved shall report the accident to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and to the Department of Transportation. The report shall include information relating to the cause of the accident and extent of injury, if any, to the operator and such other information as may be required. L.1977, c. 267, s. 8; amended 2025, c.285, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-20 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-20
Commercial motor vehicle registrations; fees.
Status: in_force

39:3-20. For the purpose of this section, gross weight means the weight of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents. a. The chief administrator is authorized to issue registrations for commercial motor vehicles other than omnibuses or motor-drawn vehicles upon application therefor and payment of a fee based on the gross weight of the vehicle, including the gross weight of all vehicles in any combination of vehicles of which the commercial motor vehicle is the drawing vehicle. The gross weight of a disabled commercial vehicle or combination of disabled commercial vehicles being removed from a highway shall not be included in the calculation of the registration fee for the drawing vehicle. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, every registration for a commercial motor vehicle other than an omnibus or motor-drawn vehicle shall expire and the certificate thereof shall become void on the last day of the twelfth calendar month following the month in which the certificate was issued; provided, however, that the chief administrator may require registrations which shall expire, and issue certificates thereof which shall become void, on a date fixed by the chief administrator, which shall not be sooner than three months or later than 26 months after the date of issuance of such certificates, and the fees for such registrations or registration applications, including any other fees or charges collected in connection with the registration fee, shall be fixed by the chief administrator in amounts proportionately less or greater than the fees established by law. The chief administrator may fix the expiration date for registration certificates at a date other than 12 months if the chief administrator determines that such change is necessary, appropriate or convenient in order to aid in implementing the vehicle inspection requirements of chapter 8 of Title 39 or for other good cause. The minimum registration fee shall be as follows: (1) In the case of vehicles other than trucks transporting ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, stone, sand, gravel, clay and cleanfill: For vehicles not in excess of 5,000 pounds, $53.50. For vehicles in excess of 5,000 pounds and not in excess of 10,000 pounds, $53.50 plus $11.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds. For vehicles in excess of 10,000 pounds and not in excess of 18,000 pounds, $53.50 plus $13.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds. For vehicles in excess of 18,000 pounds and not in excess of 50,000 pounds, $53.50 plus $14.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds. For vehicles in excess of 50,000 pounds, $53.50 plus $15.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds; and (2) In the case of trucks transporting ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, stone, sand, gravel, clay and cleanfill: For vehicles not in excess of 5,000 pounds, $53.50. For vehicles in excess of 5,000 pounds and not in excess of 18,000 pounds, $53.50 plus $11.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds. For vehicles in excess of 18,000 pounds and not in excess of 50,000 pounds, $53.50 plus $12.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds. For vehicles in excess of 50,000 pounds, $53.50 plus $13.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds. b. The chief administrator is also authorized to issue registrations for commercial motor vehicles having three or more axles and a gross weight over 40,000 pounds but not exceeding 70,000 pounds, upon application therefor and proof to the satisfaction of the chief administrator that the applicant is actually engaged in construction work or in the business of supplying material, transporting material, or using such registered vehicle for construction work. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, every registration for these commercial motor vehicles shall expire and the certificate thereof shall become void on the last day of the twelfth calendar month following the month in which the certificate was issued; provided, however, that the chief administrator may require registrations which shall expire, and issue certificates thereof which shall become void on a date fixed by the chief administrator, which shall not be sooner than three months or later than 26 months after the date of issuance of such certificates, and the fees for such registrations or registration applications, including any other fees or charges collected in connection with the registration fee, shall be fixed by the chief administrator in amounts proportionately less or greater than the fees established by law. The chief administrator may fix the expiration date for registration certificates at a date other than 12 months if the chief administrator determines that such change is necessary, appropriate or convenient in order to aid in implementing the vehicle inspection requirements of chapter 8 of Title 39 or for other good cause. The registration fee shall be $22.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof. For purposes of calculating this fee, weight means the gross weight, including the gross weight of all vehicles in any combination of which such commercial motor vehicle is the drawing vehicle. Such commercial motor vehicle shall be operated in compliance with the speed limitations of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes and shall not be operated at a speed greater than 45 miles per hour when one or more of its axles has a load which exceeds the limitations prescribed in R.S.39:3-84. c. The chief administrator is also authorized to issue registrations for each of the following solid waste vehicles: two-axle vehicles having a gross weight not exceeding 42,000 pounds; tandem three-axle and four-axle vehicles having a gross weight not exceeding 60,000 pounds; four-axle tractor-trailer combination vehicles having a gross weight not exceeding 60,000 pounds. Registration is based upon application to the chief administrator and proof to his satisfaction that the applicant is actually engaged in the performance of solid waste disposal or collection functions and holds a certificate of convenience and necessity therefor issued by the Department of Environmental Protection. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, every registration for a solid waste vehicle shall expire and the certificate thereof shall become void on the last day of the twelfth calendar month following the month in which the certificate was issued. The registration fee shall be $50 plus $11.50 for each 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds. d. The chief administrator is also authorized to issue registrations for commercial motor-drawn vehicles upon application therefor. The registration year for commercial motor-drawn vehicles shall be April 1 to the following March 31 and the fee therefor shall be $18 for each such vehicle. At the discretion of the chief administrator, an applicant for registration for a commercial motor-drawn vehicle may be provided the option of registering such vehicle for a period of four years. In the event that the applicant for registration exercises the four-year option, a fee of $64 for each such vehicle shall be paid to the chief administrator in advance. If any commercial motor-drawn vehicle registered for a four-year period is sold or withdrawn from use on the highways, the chief administrator may, upon surrender of the vehicle registration and plate, refund $16 for each full year of unused prepaid registration. e. It shall be unlawful for any vehicle or combination of vehicles registered under this act, having a gross weight, including load or contents, in excess of the gross weight provided on the registration certificate to be operated on the highways of this State. The owner, lessee, bailee or any one of the aforesaid of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, found or operated on any public road, street or highway or on any public or quasi-public property in this State with a gross weight of that vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, in excess of the weight limitation permitted by the certificate of registration for the vehicle or combination of vehicles, pursuant to the provisions of this section, shall be assessed a penalty of $500 plus an amount equal to $100 for each 1,000 pounds or fractional portion of 1,000 pounds of weight in excess of the weight limitation permitted by the certificate of registration for that vehicle or combination of vehicles. A vehicle or combination of vehicles for which there is no valid certificate of registration is deemed to have been registered for zero pounds for the purposes of the enforcement of this act, in addition to any other violation of this Title, but is not deemed to be lawfully or validly registered pursuant to the provisions of this Title. This section shall not be construed to supersede or repeal the provisions of section 39:3-84, 39:4-75, or 39:4-76 of this Title. f. Of the registration fees collected by the chief administrator pursuant to this section for vehicles with gross vehicle weights in excess of 5,000 pounds, an amount equal to $3 per 1,000 pounds or portion thereof in excess of 5,000 pounds for each registration shall be forwarded to the State Treasurer for deposit in the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Fund established pursuant to section 17 of P.L.1995, c.157 (C.39:8-75). Moneys in the fund shall be used by the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Department of Transportation for enforcement of laws and regulations governing commercial motor vehicles. Amended 1946, c.46, s.1; 1950, c.142, s.1; 1960, c.12; 1961, c.113, s.1; 1962, c.155, s.1; 1963, c.166, s.1; 1966, c.209, s.2; 1968, c.130, s.6; 1972, c.55; 1973, c.138; 1973, c.373, s.1; 1975, c.92, s.2; 1975, c.180, s.6; 1977, c.51, s.1; 1979, c.162; 1981, c.554, s.1; 1983, c.349, s.1; 1984, c.73, s.32; 1994, c.60, s.32; 1995, c.112, s.29; 1995, c.157, s.34; 1997, c.313; 2002, c.34, s.13; 2005, c.214.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-11a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-11a
Hearing impaired persons; special driver's license; fee
Status: in_force

Upon application by any person with a hearing loss of a pure tone average of 41 dB or greater, verified by an otorhinolaryngologist (ENT) or by an audiologist clinically certified by the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association, the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall issue to the applicant a special driver's license bearing either the international symbol of the deaf or a numerical code designating hearing-impairment, whichever shall be specified by the applicant. The design of the special driver's license shall be approved by the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles. No fee over and above the required fee for a driver's license shall be imposed for the special driver's license. L.1983, c. 493, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2-3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-3
Powers, duties of commission.
Status: in_force

39:2-3. The commission shall: a. Have all the powers and perform all the duties conferred or imposed upon it by this Title; b. Have charge and supervision of the administration and enforcement of this Title and attend to the enforcement thereof, and for the purpose of enforcement may communicate with the police departments and police officers in the state; c. Collect such data with respect to the proper restrictions to be placed upon motor vehicles and their use upon the public roads, turnpikes and thoroughfares as shall seem for the public good; d. Execute all contracts entered into by the commission and approve all bills for disbursement of money under any provision of this chapter and chapter 3 of this title (R.S. 39:3-1 et seq.), which bills shall be paid by the State Treasurer upon the warrant of the comptroller out of any appropriation regularly made therefor. Amended 2003, c.13, s.42.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-183.1b — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-183.1b
Designation of "Older and Walking Impaired Persons Crossing" areas
Status: in_force

The Commissioner of Transportation, with reference to State highways, may by regulation and the local authorities, with reference to any highway under their jurisdiction, may by ordinance or resolution, subject to the approval of the commissioner, designate "Older and Walking Impaired Persons Crossing" areas and erect appropriate signs. L.1991,c.120,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.24 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.24
Taking of breath samples
Status: in_force

a. A person who operates a commercial motor vehicle on a public road, street, or highway, or quasi-public area in this State, shall be deemed to have given his consent to the taking of samples of his breath for the purposes of making chemical tests to determine alcohol concentration; provided, however, that the taking of samples shall be made in accordance with the provisions of this act and at the request of a police officer who has reasonable grounds to believe that the person has been operating a commercial motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of 0.04% or more. b. A record of the taking of such a sample, disclosing the date and time thereof, as well as the result of a chemical test, shall be made and a copy thereof, upon request, shall be furnished or made available to the person so tested. c. In addition to the samples taken and tests made at the direction of a police officer hereunder, the person tested shall be permitted to have such samples taken and chemical tests of his breath, urine, or blood made by a person or physician of his own selection. d. The police officer shall inform the person tested of his rights under subsections b. and c. of this section. e. No chemical test, as provided in this section, or specimen necessary thereto, may be made or taken forcibly and against physical resistance thereto by the defendant. The police officer shall, however, inform the person arrested of the consequences of refusing to submit to such test including the penalties under section 12 of this act. A standard statement, prepared by the director, shall be read by the police officer to the person. f. The court shall revoke for six months the right to operate any motor vehicle of any person who, after being arrested for a violation of section 5 of this act, shall refuse to submit to the chemical test provided for in this section when requested to do so, unless the refusal was in connection with a subsequent offense under this section, section 5 of this act, R.S.39:4-50 or section 2 of P.L.1981, c.512 (C.39:4-50.4a), in which case the revocation period shall be for two years. In addition, a court shall impose the penalties provided in section 12 of this act. The court shall determine by a preponderance of the evidence whether the arresting officer had probable cause to believe that the person had been operating or was in actual physical control of a commercial motor vehicle on the public highways or quasi-public areas of this State with an alcohol concentration at 0.04% or more, whether the person was placed under arrest, whether he refused to submit to the test upon request of the officer, and if these elements of the violation are not established, no conviction shall issue. In addition to any other requirements provided by law, a person whose driving privilege is revoked for refusing to submit to a chemical test shall satisfy the requirements of a program of alcohol education or rehabilitation pursuant to the provisions of R.S.39:4-50. The revocation shall be independent of any revocation imposed by virtue of a conviction under the provisions of R.S.39:4-50 or section 12 of this act. In addition to imposing a revocation under this subsection, a court shall impose a fine of not less than $250 or more than $500. L.1990,c.103,s.16
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-75.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-75.2
Rules, regulations
Status: in_force

2. The director, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), shall promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this act. The rules and regulations shall include, but shall not be limited to: a. Standards and specifications governing the types of materials and products that may be applied to a motor vehicle windshield and windows under this act. These standards and specifications shall include the color of the materials or products, the maximum allowable percentage of total light reflectance of the materials or products, the maximum allowable percentage of the light transmittance and ultraviolet transmittance of the materials or products, and such other matters as the director shall deem appropriate and necessary. In establishing the standards and specifications, the director shall consider, to the greatest extent possible, the safety of law enforcement officers, who during the performance of their duties may find it necessary to inspect or otherwise observe the interior of a motor vehicle having a windshield and windows to which an approved material or product is applied. b. The issuance of a certificate or card to each approved applicant authorizing the approved covering or treatment. The certificate or card shall be valid for a period of not more than 48 months and shall be exhibited to any law enforcement officer, when so requested, and to a designated motor vehicle examiner whenever the motor vehicle is inspected. c. Standards and specifications governing the installation and application of approved materials and products, including the affixation of an appropriate label, in a manner and form prescribed by the director, on each windshield and window to which an approved material or product is applied. The label may identify the name and the location of the installer and the name of the manufacturer of the material or product applied. d. The registration of persons in the business of installing or applying approved materials and products, including the establishment of a fee to cover the costs of that registration. L.1999,c.308,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5F-2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5F / Section 5F-2
Policy of party jurisdictions
Status: in_force

It is the policy of the party jurisdictions to: a. Seek compliance with the laws, ordinances, and administrative rules and regulations relating to the operation of motor vehicles in each of the jurisdictions. b. Allow motorists to accept a traffic citation for certain violations and proceed on their way without delay, whether or not the motorist is a resident of the jurisdiction in which the citation was issued. c. Extend cooperation to its fullest extent among the jurisdictions for obtaining compliance with the terms of a traffic citation issued in one jurisdiction to a resident of another jurisdiction. d. Maximize effective utilization of law enforcement personnel and assist court systems in the efficient disposition of traffic violations. L.1983, c. 46, s. 2, eff. Jan. 28, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-33.9 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-33.9
Issuance of reflectorized motor vehicle registration plates.
Status: in_force

2. a. The chief administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall implement a phase-in program for the issuance of reflectorized motor vehicle registration plates in this State, the planning of which shall begin immediately for the issuance which shall begin on the first day of the seventh month following the report of the Reflectorized License Plate Selection Commission established pursuant to this section of this 1989 amendatory and supplementary act, P.L.1989, c.202 (C.39:3-33.9), except that the commission shall first use any existing supplies of nonreflectorized plates which it orders prior to the commencement of the issuance. The purpose of the issuance shall be to change the color scheme and style of the registration plates in use prior to the beginning of the issuance in order to provide for greater contrast between the background of the plate and the lettering and to ensure that all plates are fully treated with a reflectorized material designed to increase their nighttime visibility and legibility. The color scheme and style of the new plates shall be selected by the Reflectorized License Plate Selection Commission. The markings on the plates shall be in accordance with specifications prescribed by the chief administrator. For a period of six years commencing on the first day of the seventh month following enactment of this 1989 amendatory and supplementary act, P.L.1989, c.202 (C.39:3-33.9 et al.), the commission may charge in addition to an annual motor vehicle registration fee, an additional annual fee not to exceed $0.40 for the costs of the issuance of reflectorized motor vehicle registration plates in this State. b. The chief administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall promulgate rules and regulations pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.) in order to effectuate the purposes of this act. c. The chief administrator shall submit an annual progress report on the planning and implementation of the reflectorized motor vehicle registration plate phase-in program to the Governor and members of the Legislature with the first report to be submitted one year after enactment of this 1989 amendatory and supplementary act. The annual report submitted after the fourth year of implementation shall contain a recommendation as to the advisability and feasibility of a general recall of all plates of an earlier design that are still in use at the completion of the phase-in program. This report shall also contain the chief administrator's recommendation of a funding source for the ongoing costs associated with the continued issuance of reflectorized plates. The last report shall be submitted after the completion of the phase-in program. L.1989, c.202, s.2; amended 2007, c.39, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.6 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.6
Application; form, fee.
Status: in_force

2. Application for registration of such motor vehicles and for the issuance of such amateur radio call letter registration plates shall be made in such form and accompanied by such proof as the director shall prescribe. An additional fee of $15 shall be paid for the issuance or replacement of any such plates. L.1968,c.247,s.2; amended 2001, c.280, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-13.9 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-13.9
Public education campaign.
Status: in_force

11. The Division of Highway Traffic Safety in the Department of Law and Public Safety shall develop and undertake a public education campaign to inform the public about the provisions of this act. L.2009, c.38, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-86.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-86.2
Payments of benefits
Status: in_force

The benefits provided in sections 7 and 10 shall be payable as loss accrues, upon written notice of such loss, including reasonable proof of such loss, except that benefits collectible under: a. Employees' temporary disability benefit statutes and medicare provided under federal law shall be deducted from the benefits collectible under sections 7 and 10; and b. Any hospital, medical or dental benefit plan or policy coverage with benefits similar to those provided under section 7, in an amount not to exceed in the aggregate $2,500.00 for any one accident, shall be deducted from the benefits collectible under sections 7 and 10. Evidence of benefit payments collectible under subsections a. and b. of this section shall not be admissible in a civil action by the claimant for recovery of damages for bodily injury from the fund. The amount of $2,500.00 shall be deemed to have been exceeded, whether the amount is paid or benefits in that amount are provided to one or more persons eligible for benefits under the hospital, medical or dental plan or policy, for injuries sustained in any one accident. L.1972, c. 198, s. 8, eff. Jan. 1, 1973. Amended by L.1983, c. 362, s. 4, eff. Oct. 4, 1983; L.1984, c. 40, s. 2, eff. May 15, 1984.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-18 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-18
Removing part of vehicle or harness
Status: in_force

No person shall remove a wheel, pole shaft, whiffletree, swinglebar or a part of a vehicle or harness likely to cause accident if the horse starts, without first unhitching the horse attached to the vehicle.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-127.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-127.1
Railroad crossings; stopping.
Status: in_force

68. (a) Whenever any person driving a vehicle approaches a railroad grade crossing under any of the circumstances stated in this section, the driver of such vehicle shall stop within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail of such railroad, and shall not proceed until the driver can do so safely. The foregoing requirements shall apply when: 1. A clearly visible electric or mechanical signal device gives warning of the immediate approach of a railroad train or other on-track equipment; 2. A crossing gate is lowered or when a human flagman gives or continues to give a signal of the approach or passage of a railroad train or other on-track equipment; 3. A railroad train or other on-track equipment approaching within approximately 1500 feet of the highway crossing emits a signal audible from such distance and such railroad train or other on-track equipment, by reason of its speed or nearness to such crossing, is an immediate hazard; 4. An approaching railroad train or other on-track equipment is plainly visible and is in hazardous proximity to such crossing. (b) No person shall drive any vehicle through, around, or under any crossing gate or barrier at a railroad crossing while such gate or barrier is closed or is being opened or closed. L.1951, c.23, s.68; amended 2019, c.422, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-84 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-84
Vehicles, dimensional, weight limitations; routes, certain; prohibited.
Status: in_force

39:3-84. a. The following constitute the maximum dimensional limits for width, height and length for any vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents or any part or portion thereof, found or operated on any public road, street or highway or any public or quasi-public property in this State. Violations shall be enforced pursuant to subsection i. of section 5 of P.L.1950, c.142 (C.39:3-84.3). The dimensional limitations set forth in this subsection are exclusive of safety and energy conservation devices necessary for safe and efficient operation of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, except that no device excluded herein shall have by its design or use the capability to carry, transport or otherwise be utilized for cargo. Any rules and regulations authorized to be promulgated pursuant to this subsection shall be consistent with any rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Transportation of the United States of America, and shall be in accordance with the provisions of the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.). In addition to the other requirements of this subsection and notwithstanding any other provision of this Title, no vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents or any part or portion thereof, except as otherwise provided by this subsection shall be operated in this State, unless by special permit authorized by subsection d. of this section with a dimension, the allowance of which would disqualify the State of New Jersey or any department, agency or governmental subdivision thereof for the purpose of receiving federal highway funds. As used herein and pursuant to R.S.39:1-1, the term "vehicle" includes, but is not limited to, commercial motor vehicles, trucks, truck tractors, tractors, road tractors, recreation vehicles, or omnibuses. As used herein and pursuant to R.S.39:1-1, the term "combination of vehicles" includes, but is not limited to, vehicles as heretofore designated, when those vehicles are the drawing or power unit of a combination of vehicles and motor-drawn vehicles, such as, but not limited to, trailers, semi-trailers, or other vehicles. As used herein, the term "recycling vehicle" means a commercial motor vehicle used for the collection or transportation of recyclable material; or any truck, trailer or other vehicle approved by the New Jersey Office of Recycling for use by persons engaging in the business of recycling or otherwise providing recycling services in this State; and "recyclable material" means those materials which would otherwise become solid waste, and which may be collected, separated or processed and returned to the economic mainstream in the form of raw materials or products. (1) The maximum outside width of any vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents of any part or portion thereof, except as otherwise provided by this subsection, shall be no more than 102 inches; except that the Commissioner of Transportation, after consultation with the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Superintendent of State Police, may promulgate rules and regulations for those public roads, streets or highways or public or quasi-public property in this State, where it is determined that the interests of public safety and welfare require the maximum outside width be no more than 96 inches. (2) The maximum height of any vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents of any part or portion thereof, except as otherwise provided by this subsection, shall not exceed 13 feet, 6 inches. (3) The maximum overall length of any vehicle, as set forth in this subsection, including load or contents or any part or portion thereof, except as otherwise provided by this subsection, shall not exceed 40 feet, except that the overall length of a vehicle, including load or contents or any part or portion thereof, otherwise subject to the provisions of this paragraph shall not exceed 50 feet when transporting poles, pilings, structural units or other articles which cannot be dismembered, dismantled or divided. When a vehicle, subject to this paragraph, is the drawing or power unit of a combination of vehicles, as set forth in this subsection, the overall length of the combination of vehicles, including load or contents or any part or portion thereof, shall not exceed 62 feet. The provisions of this paragraph shall not apply to omnibuses, recreation vehicles, or to vehicles which are not designed, built or otherwise capable of carrying cargo or loads. (4) The maximum overall length of a motor-drawn vehicle, as set forth in this subsection, including load or contents or any part or portion thereof, except as otherwise provided by this subsection, shall not exceed 53 feet when operated as part of a combination of vehicles consisting of one motor-drawn vehicle and a drawing or power unit vehicle not designed, built or otherwise capable of carrying cargo or loads, except that a motor-drawn vehicle, the overall length of which is greater than 48 feet and not more than 53 feet, shall be constructed so that the distance between the kingpin of the motor-drawn vehicle and the centerline of its rear axle or rear axle group does not exceed 41 feet; the motor-drawn vehicle shall be equipped with a rear-end protection device of substantial construction consisting of a continuous lateral beam extending to within four inches of the lateral extremities of the motor-drawn vehicle and located not more than 22 inches from the surface as measured with the vehicle empty and on a level surface; the kingpin of the trailer shall not be set back further than 3.5 feet from the front of the semitrailer; the rear overhang, measured from the center of the rear tandem axles to the rear of the semitrailer shall not exceed 35% of the semitrailer's wheelbase; the width of the semitrailer and the distance between the outside edges of the trailer tires shall be 102 inches; and the vehicle shall be equipped with such reflectorization, including but not limited to side-marker reflectorization strips located between the rear axle and the rear of the motor-drawn vehicle, as shall be prescribed by the Motor Vehicle Commission, and as is consistent with any applicable federal standards concerning reflectorization. The overall length of a motor-drawn vehicle otherwise subject to the provisions of this paragraph shall not exceed 63 feet when transporting poles, pilings, structural units or other articles that cannot be dismembered, dismantled or divided. The provisions of this paragraph shall not apply to any vehicle or combination of vehicles designed, built and utilized solely to transport other motor vehicles. The Commissioner of Transportation, after consultation with the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Superintendent of State Police, shall promulgate rules and regulations specifying those portions or parts of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways, Federal-aid Primary System Highways and public roads, streets, highways, toll roads, freeways or parkways in this State where the combination of vehicles as described in this paragraph may lawfully operate. The commissioner shall promulgate rules and regulations within 120 days after the effective date of this amendatory act to identify a network of roads with reasonable access for motor-drawn vehicles greater than 48 feet in length but not more than 53 feet in length. The commissioner shall, in establishing this network, consider all portions of the network for 48 foot long and 102 inch wide motor-drawn vehicles and specify those routes or portions thereof where motor-drawn vehicles greater than 48 feet in length but not more than 53 feet in length shall be excluded from lawful operation for reasons of safety. (5) No combination of vehicles, including load or contents, consisting of more than two motor-drawn vehicles, as set forth in this subsection, and any other vehicle, shall be found or operated on any public road, street or highway or any public or quasi-public property in this State. (6) The maximum overall length of a motor-drawn vehicle, as set forth in this section, including load or contents or any part or portion thereof, except as otherwise provided by this subsection, when operated as part of a combination of vehicles consisting of two motor-drawn vehicles and a drawing or power unit vehicle which is not designed, built or otherwise capable of carrying cargo or loads, shall not exceed 28 feet for each motor-drawn vehicle in the combination of vehicles. The provision of this paragraph shall not apply to any vehicle or combination of vehicles designed, built and utilized solely to transport other motor vehicles. The Commissioner of Transportation, after consultation with the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Superintendent of State Police, shall promulgate rules and regulations specifying those portions or parts of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways, Federal-aid Primary System Highways and public roads, streets, highways, toll roads, freeways or parkways in this State where combinations of vehicles as described in this paragraph may lawfully operate. (7) The maximum length and outside width of an omnibus found or operated in this State shall be established by rules and regulations promulgated by the Commissioner of Transportation, after consultation with the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Superintendent of State Police. Unless otherwise specified in the aforesaid rules and regulations, the maximum outside width shall be 102 inches; any other dimension established for width in the aforesaid rules and regulations shall be based upon a determination that operation of an omnibus with a width of less than 102 inches, but no less than 96 inches is required in the interest of public safety on those public roads, streets, highways, toll roads, freeways, parkways or the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways in this State specified in the aforesaid rules and regulations, or that operation of an omnibus with a width greater than 102 inches is not unsafe on those public roads, streets, highways, toll roads, freeways, parkways or the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways in this State specified in the aforesaid rules and regulations. (8) The maximum width and length of farm tractors and traction equipment and farm machinery and implements shall be established by rules and regulations promulgated by the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. The operation of the aforesaid vehicles shall be subject to the provisions of R.S.39:3-24 and they shall not be operated on any highway which is part of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways or on any highway which has been designated a freeway or parkway as provided by law. (9) The maximum outside width of the cargo or load of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including farm trucks, loaded with hay or straw shall not exceed 105 1/2 inches, but the maximum outside width of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, including farm trucks, shall otherwise comply with the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection. The Commissioner of Transportation, after consultation with the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Superintendent of State Police, may promulgate rules and regulations establishing a maximum outside width of 102 inches for the aforesaid cargo or load when operating on those highways where a greater width is prohibited by operation of law. (10) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (4) and (6) of this subsection pertaining to length, the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission may adopt rules and regulations specifying maximum length dimensions for any vehicle or combination of vehicles designed, built and utilized solely to transport other motor vehicles. (11) The provisions of this subsection pertaining to length shall not apply to a vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment operated by a public utility, as defined in R.S.48:2-13, when that vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment is used by the public utility in the construction, reconstruction, repair or maintenance of its property or facilities. (12) The provisions of this subsection pertaining to width shall not apply to a recycling vehicle when that vehicle is used for the collection of recyclable material on a street or highway other than a highway which is designated part of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways in this State or as a freeway or parkway as provided by law. The maximum outside width of any recycling vehicle so used, including load or contents of any part or portion thereof, shall be no more than 96 inches, except that the width may be up to 105 inches whenever that vehicle is operating at 15 miles per hour or less, and access steps are deployed and recyclable materials are actually being collected. (13) The maximum overall length of a recreation vehicle including any load or truck camper thereon found or operated in this State shall not exceed 45 feet and no combination of a recreation vehicle with any vehicle, including the load thereon, nor any combination of any motor vehicle with any camping trailer, fifth wheel trailer or park trailer attached thereto, as these terms are defined in section 1 of P.L.1991, c.483 (C.46:8C-10), shall exceed 65 feet in length. Further, the outside width of a recreation vehicle found or operated in this State shall not exceed 102 inches, excluding safety appurtenances such as awnings and lights which are integral to the construction of the vehicle, installed by the vehicle's manufacturer or dealer, and do not extend more than three inches wide on each side of the vehicle, provided however, that such vehicles permissibly exceeding the 102 inch width with their attached equipment or appurtenances shall only be operated: (a) On roadways having travel lanes at least 11 feet in width, unless prohibited by the Department of Transportation or by a municipality based on safety reasons and marked with signs prohibiting such vehicles; or (b) On any roadway of the State when such a vehicle is being operated between roadways permitted under subparagraph (a) of this paragraph; and (i) The location where the recreation vehicle, fifth wheel trailer, park trailer, camping trailer or truck camper is garaged; or (ii) The destination of the recreation vehicle, fifth wheel trailer, park trailer, camping trailer or truck camper; or (iii) A facility for food, fuel, repair, services or rest. b. No vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, found or operated on any public road, street or highway or any public or quasi-public property in this State shall exceed the weight limitations set forth in this Title. Violations shall be enforced pursuant to subsection j. of section 5 of P.L.1950, c.142 (C.39:3-84.3). Where enforcement of a weight limit provision of this Title requires a measurement of length between axle centers, the distance between axle centers shall be measured to the nearest whole foot or whole inch, whichever is applicable, and when the measurement includes a fractional part of a foot equaling six inches or more or a fractional part of an inch equaling one-half inch or more, the next larger whole foot or whole inch, whichever is applicable, shall be utilized. The term "tandem axle" as used in this act is defined as a combination of consecutive axles, consisting of only two axles, where the distance between axle centers is 40 inches or more but no more than 96 inches. In addition to the other requirements of this section and notwithstanding any other provision of this Title, no vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall be operated in this State, unless by special permit authorized by this Title, with a gross weight, single or multiple axle weight, or gross weight of two or more consecutive axles, the allowance of which would disqualify the State of New Jersey or any department, agency or governmental subdivision thereof for the purpose of receiving federal highway funds. (1) The gross weight imposed on the highway or other surface by the wheels of any one axle of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall not exceed 22,400 pounds; provided, however, that notwithstanding any provision of this section or any other law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, any vehicle, registered as an omnibus pursuant to R.S.39:3-19 having an axle weight greater than that provided for in this paragraph, may operate with the approval of the Commissioner of Transportation consistent with federal law and regulation. For the purpose of this Title the combined gross weight imposed on the highway or other surface by all the wheels of any one axle of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall be deemed to mean the total gross weight of all wheels whose axle centers are spaced less than 40 inches apart. (2) The gross weight imposed on the highway or other surface by all the wheels of all consecutive axles of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall not exceed 34,000 pounds where the distance between consecutive axle centers is 40 inches or more, but no more than 96 inches apart. (3) The combined gross weight imposed on the highway or other surface by all the wheels of consecutive axles of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall not exceed 22,400 pounds for each single axle where the distance between consecutive axle centers is more than 96 inches; except that on any highway in this State which is part of, or designated as part of, the National Interstate System, as provided at 23 U.S.C. s.103(c), this single axle limitation shall not apply and in those instances the provisions of this Title as set forth at R.S.39:3-84b.(5) shall apply. (4) The maximum total gross weight imposed on the highway or other surface by a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall not exceed 80,000 pounds. (5) On any highway in this State which is part of, or designated as part of, the National Interstate System, as provided at 23 U.S.C. s.103(c), the total gross weight, in pounds, imposed on the highway or other surface by any group of two or more consecutive axles of a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall not exceed that listed in the following Table of Maximum Gross Weights, for the respective distance, in feet, between the axle centers of the first and last axles of the group of two or more consecutive axles under consideration; except that in addition to the weights specified in that Table, two consecutive sets of tandem axles may carry a gross weight of 34,000 pounds each if the overall distance between the first and last axles of the consecutive sets of tandem axles is 36 feet or more. The gross weight of each set of tandem axles shall not exceed 34,000 pounds and the combined gross weight of the two consecutive sets of tandem axles shall not exceed 68,000 pounds. In all cases the combined gross weight for a vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, or the maximum gross weight for any axle or combination of axles of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents, shall not exceed that which is permitted pursuant to this paragraph or R.S.39:3-84b.(2); R.S.39:3-84b.(3); or R.S.39:3-84b.(4) of this act, whichever is the lesser allowable gross weight. TABLE OF MAXIMUM GROSS WEIGHTS Distance in feet between axle centers of first and last axles of any group of two or more consecutive axles 2 3 4 5 6 7 axles axles axles axles axles axles 3 22400 22400 22400 22400 22400 22400 4 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 5 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 6 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 7 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 8 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 34000 9 39000 42500 42500 42500 42500 42500 10 40000 43500 43500 43500 43500 43500 11 41000 44000 44000 44000 44000 44000 12 42000 45000 50000 50000 50000 50000 13 43000 45500 50500 50500 50500 50500 14 44000 46500 51500 51500 51500 51500 15 44800 47000 52000 52000 52000 52000 16 44800 48000 52500 58000 58000 58000 17 44800 48500 53500 58500 58500 58500 18 44800 49500 54000 59000 59000 59000 19 44800 50000 54500 60000 60000 60000 20 44800 51000 55500 60500 66000 66000 21 44800 51500 56000 61000 66500 66500 22 44800 52500 56500 61500 67000 67000 23 44800 53000 57500 62500 68000 68000 24 44800 54000 58000 63000 68500 74000 25 44800 54500 58500 63500 69000 74500 26 44800 55500 59500 64000 69500 75000 27 44800 56000 60000 65000 70000 75500 28 44800 57000 60500 65500 71000 76500 29 44800 57500 61500 66000 71500 77000 30 44800 58500 62000 66500 72000 77500 31 44800 59000 62500 67500 72500 78000 32 44800 60000 63500 68000 73000 78500 33 44800 60500 64000 68500 74000 79000 34 44800 61500 64500 69000 74500 80000 35 44800 62000 65500 70000 75000 80000 36 44800 63000 66000 70500 75500 80000 37 44800 63500 66500 71000 76000 80000 38 44800 64500 67500 71500 77000 80000 39 44800 65000 68000 72500 77500 80000 40 44800 66000 68500 73000 78000 80000 41 44800 66500 69500 73500 78500 80000 42 44800 67200 70000 74000 79000 80000 43 44800 67200 70500 75000 80000 80000 44 44800 67200 71500 75500 80000 80000 45 44800 67200 72000 76000 80000 80000 46 44800 67200 72500 76500 80000 80000 47 44800 67200 73500 77500 80000 80000 48 44800 67200 74000 78000 80000 80000 49 44800 67200 74500 78500 80000 80000 50 44800 67200 75500 79000 80000 80000 51 44800 67200 76000 80000 80000 80000 52 44800 67200 76500 80000 80000 80000 53 44800 67200 77500 80000 80000 80000 54 44800 67200 78000 80000 80000 80000 55 44800 67200 78500 80000 80000 80000 56 44800 67200 79500 80000 80000 80000 57 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 58 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 59 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 60 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 61 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 62 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 63 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 64 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 65 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 66 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 67 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 68 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 69 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 70 44800 67200 80000 80000 80000 80000 c. The dimensional and weight restrictions set forth herein shall not apply to a combination of vehicles which includes a disabled vehicle or a combination of vehicles being removed from a highway in this State, provided that such oversize or overweight vehicle combination may not travel on the public highways more than 75 miles from the point where such disablement occurred. If the disablement occurred on a limited access highway, the distance to the nearest exit of such highway shall be added to the 75-mile limitation. A heavy-duty tow truck, as defined in section 1 of P.L.1999, c.396 (C.39:3-84.6), shall be permitted, in combination with the towed unit or units, to exceed the axle, dimensional and maximum gross weight limits for tow trucks and towed unit combinations; except that the limit shall not exceed 150,000 pounds gross combined weight. This provision shall not affect the application of section 6 of P.L.1950, c.142 (C.39:3-84.4) concerning driver liability for damages and does not provide an exemption to exceed the height and weight restrictions marked or posted on a bridge or overpass in the State. A heavy-duty tow truck in combination with the towed unit or units shall not be operated at a speed greater than 45 miles per hour when the heavy-duty tow truck in combination with the towed unit or units weighs more than 80,000 pounds, or one or more of its axles exceeds the limitations prescribed herein in the Table of Maximum Gross Weights, or the tow truck in combination with the towed unit exceeds maximum length and width standards as prescribed by law. d. The Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission may promulgate rules and regulations, including the establishment of fees, for the issuance, at his discretion and if good cause appears, of a special written permit authorizing the applicant: (1) To operate or move a vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment, transporting one piece loads that cannot be dismembered, dismantled or divided in order to comply with the weight limitations set forth in this act. The special written permit issued by the director shall be in the possession of the driver or operator of the vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment for which said permit was issued; and (2) To operate or move a vehicle or combination of vehicles or specialized mobile equipment, transporting a load or cargo that cannot be dismembered, dismantled or divided in order to comply with the dimensional limitations set forth in this act. The special written permit shall be in the possession of the driver or operator of the vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment for which the permit was issued; and (3) Under emergency conditions, to operate or move a type of vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment of a size or weight, including load or contents, which exceeds the maximum size or weight limitations specified in this act. e. If the Commissioner of Transportation has, by regulations adopted pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), designated certain routes within the State for use by a combination of vehicles with a prescribed maximum width or length or consisting of a drawing vehicle and two motor drawn vehicles with a prescribed maximum length, no such combination of vehicles shall be found or operated on any other public road, street or highway or any other public or quasi-public property in this State, unless otherwise permitted by such regulations. Amended 1942, c.268; 1950, c.142, s.2; 1955, c.198; 1957, c.161, s.2; 1959, c.171; 1961, c.71, s.1; 1961, c.113, s.2; 1963, c.49, s.2; 1964, c.136, s.15; 1967, c.137; 1971, c.383; 1973, c.11; 1975, c.91; 1977, c.51, s.3; 1983, c.126, s.1; 1983, c.349, s.2; 1989, c.47; 1991, c.115; 1991, c.449; 1995, c.397, s.3; 1999, c.29; 1999, c.348, s.2; 1999, c.396, s.9; 2007, c.249; 2009, c.3, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-37 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-37
Redesignations
Status: in_force

All reinspection centers licensed pursuant to P.L. 1975, c. 156 (C. 39:8-11 et seq.) shall be redesignated by virtue of this 1986 amendatory and supplementary act as private inspection centers with the authority to make initial motor vehicle inspections, reinspections and repairs to the extent and under the conditions permitted herein. All reinspection center licenses shall be renewed as if they were private inspection center licenses upon their expiration. L. 1986, c. 22, s. 17, eff. June 2, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-15 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-15
Procedure and delivery of title papers upon seizure of motor vehicle
Status: in_force

If a motor vehicle is seized, levied upon, or attached and taken into possession, actually or constructively, by virtue of judicial process issued by a court of competent jurisdiction in this State, or by virtue of a statute, State, Federal or otherwise, the person from whose possession the motor vehicle was taken, and without prejudice to his rights in the premises, shall surrender the title papers to the commissioner upon written notice or demand from the commissioner. The officer or person so seizing and taking possession of the motor vehicle shall immediately file with the commissioner a notice in writing giving a full description of the motor vehicle, as provided in section 39:10-8 of this Title, and the name and address of the person from whom taken, and shall attach a copy of process or statutory or other authority to the notice. If the motor vehicle is sold in pursuance thereof, the officer so selling it shall execute and deliver to the purchaser at the sale an application for certificate of ownership, in the same form and manner as provided in said section 39:10-8, which shall also contain the name and address of the person from whom the motor vehicle was taken. A copy of the writ, order, decree, execution or other process under which the motor vehicle is sold and a copy of the notice of sale, which notice of sale shall contain a description of the motor vehicle as required by this chapter, shall be attached thereto. If the sale is held by a bailiff or attorney in fact for a lienor, the lienor shall also execute the application for certificate of ownership. The commissioner, upon due application to him by the purchaser at the sale, shall file and record purchase of the vehicle as provided in section 39:10-8. Amended by L.1946, c. 136, p. 630, s. 11.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-203.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-203.3
Violations pertaining to pedestrians and bicycles by juvenile under 17; warning; penalties
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes to the contrary, a juvenile under the age of 17 who commits an act which constitutes a violation of that Title pertaining to pedestrians and bicycles may be warned of the violation by a police officer or may be subject to a fine not to exceed $10.00. No points shall be assessed pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1982, c. 43 (C. 39:5-30.5) for these violations. L.1984, c. 90, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.98 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.98
Submarine veterans emblem authorized.
Status: in_force

1. a. A person who is an active member of the United States Submarine Veterans may affix a submarine veterans emblem which has been approved by the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles to a license plate issued to that submarine veteran pursuant to the provisions of P.L.1987, c.374 (C.39:3-27.35 et seq.) for a motor vehicle owned or leased by that member. b. The surviving spouse of a person authorized to display an emblem pursuant to subsection a. of this section may display the emblem on a motor vehicle owned or leased by the surviving spouse. L.1997,c.289,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-128.5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-128.5
Frozen dessert truck; equipment
Status: in_force

In addition to other equipment required by law, every frozen dessert truck shall be equipped with: a. Signal lamps mounted at the same level and as high and as widely spaced laterally as practicable. These lamps shall be 5 to 7 inches in diameter and shall display two alternately flashing red lights visible at 500 feet to the front and rear in normal sunlight upon a straight level highway. b. A stop signal arm that can be extended horizontally from the left side of the truck. When such arm is extended, the side of the stop signal arm nearest the truck shall be 7 1/4 inches long and parallel to the side of the truck. The side furthest from the truck shall be 18 inches long and parallel to the side nearest the truck. The two sides shall be 18 inches apart creating a symmetrical, trapezoidal shape. Two alternately flashing red lights shall be located in the outside corners of the extended signal arm and such corners shall be rounded to conform with the shape of the lights. Each red light shall be 3 to 5 inches in diameter and visible at 300 feet to the front and rear in normal sunlight upon a straight and level street. Both sides of the signal arm shall have a red reflectorized background and the following legend: The word "STOP" shall appear in 6-inch high, 1 inch wide white letters in the middle of the signal arm; above the word "STOP," the phrase "IF SAFE" shall appear in 2 inch high, one-quarter inch wide white letters; below the word "STOP," the phrase "THEN GO" shall appear in 2 inch high, one-quarter inch wide white letters. All colors shall meet specifications in the most recently published Federal Highway Administration Standard Color Charts. The bottom of the extended signal arm shall be 42 inches above the street. c. A convex mirror mounted on the front so the driver in his normal seating position can see the area in front of the truck obscured by the hood. L.1979, c. 438, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-98.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-98.2
Counties or municipalities; reduction of regular speed limit for 72 hours for maintenance or repairs; notice to commissioner
Status: in_force

Any county or municipal governing body may adopt an ordinance or resolution, as appropriate, designating a county or municipal official who may order a reduction of a regular speed limit for periods not to exceed 72 hours on segments of highways under its jurisdiction for the purpose of maintenance or repairs. Any resolution or ordinance adopted pursuant to this act shall specify the circumstance under which a speed limit may be reduced. An order reducing the speed limit pursuant to this act shall not require the approval of the Commissioner of Transportation; provided, however, that it shall be the duty of the designated county or municipal official to notify the commissioner of the affected segment of highway no less than 7 days before any reduced speed limit takes effect; except that in cases of emergency situations the notification period may be waived by the commissioner. It shall be the duty of the designated county or municipal official to place one or more signs indicating the reduced speed limit along the affected highway. Any speed limit established pursuant to this act shall be prima facie lawful and subject to the provisions of R.S. 39:4-96 and 39:4-97 when appropriate signs giving notice thereof are erected. L.1981, c. 237, s. 1, eff. July 27, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 39:12-10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 12 / Section 12-10
Hearings, notice, subpoenas
Status: in_force

10. Every applicant or licensee shall be entitled to a hearing, before his application for a license, an endorsement or a renewal thereof is refused or his license or endorsement is revoked, and shall be given due notice thereof. The sending of a notice of a hearing by registered mail to the last known address of a licensee or applicant ten days prior to the date of the hearing shall be deemed due notice. The director, or the person deputized by him to conduct a hearing, shall have power to subpoena witnesses, administer oaths to witnesses and take testimony of any person or cause his deposition to be taken. A subpoena issued under the authority of this section shall be served in the same manner as a subpoena issued out of the Superior Court. Witnesses subpoenaed hereunder shall be entitled to the same fees and mileage as are allowed in civil actions in courts of record. L.1951,c.216,s.10; amended 1991,c.452,s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-4
Reinspection
Status: in_force

39:8-4. a. If inspections as required by R.S. 39:8-1 disclose the necessity for adjustments, corrections or repairs, the director shall cause a rejection sticker to be issued. b. The director may require the owner of a motor vehicle requiring an adjustment, correction or repair that is not emission-related to have that adjustment, correction or repair made and thereafter have the vehicle reinspected at an official inspection facility or at a licensed private inspection facility within the period designated by the director. The director may cause a certificate of approval to be issued for a motor vehicle needing an adjustment, correction or repair that is not emission-related in order to conform to the requirements of chapter 3 and chapter 8 of this Title, but which, in the director's determination, is nevertheless safe. In such cases the director shall issue notice to the vehicle owner to have the adjustment, correction or repair made within a specified period of time, subject to the penalties of R.S.39:8-9. c. The director shall require the owner of a motor vehicle requiring an adjustment, correction or repair that is emission-related to have that adjustment, correction or repair made and thereafter have the vehicle reinspected at an official inspection facility or at a private inspection facility, as determined by the director, within the period designated by the director. Amended 1975,c.157,s.1; 1986,c.22,s.3; 1995,c.112,s.22.
N.J. Stat. § 39:13-3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 13 / Section 13-3
Investigation of violations
Status: in_force

The director shall, on his own initiative or in response to complaints, investigate on a continuing basis and gather evidence of violations of this act and of any regulation adopted pursuant to this act by auto body repair facilities. L. 1983, c. 360, s. 3. Amended by L. 1985, c. 148, s. 24, eff. April 24, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.5
Amateur radio call letter registration plates.
Status: in_force

1. The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall cause to be issued to applicants who hold amateur radio licenses issued by the Federal Communications Commission, registration plates for motor vehicles owned or leased by the applicants bearing the term "amateur radio" and the amateur radio call letters of the respective applicants. The director, upon request, shall cause to be issued duplicate plates, with such marks as the director may deem appropriate to distinguish them from the original plates, for any additional motor vehicle which an applicant may register. L.1968,c.247,s.1; amended 1977, c.398; 2001, c.280, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-53 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-53
Not evidence at civil trial
Status: in_force

No action taken by the commissioner pursuant to this act, the findings, if any, of the commissioner upon which such action is based, nor the security filed, as provided by this act, shall be referred to in any way, nor be any evidence of the negligence or due care of either party, at the trial of any civil action to recover damages. L. 1952, c. 173, s. 31; amended 1987,c.428,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-10.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-10.1
Securement systems for wheelchairs in school buses.
Status: in_force

1. In addition to the requirements established pursuant to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, a school bus, as defined in R.S.39:1-1, that provides transportation for passengers using wheelchairs shall be equipped with appropriate four-point securement systems for each passenger using a wheelchair that is being transported on the school bus. For the purposes of this act, "four-point securement system" means a complete four-point system that includes four wheelchair restraints to secure a wheelchair to the vehicle floor; a lap and shoulder belt that integrates to the rear wheelchair restraints; and floor anchorages installed in the vehicle floor. L.2017, c.349, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-197.17 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-197.17
Weight prohibitions
Status: in_force

2. Except as otherwise provided in section 3 of this act, truck and truck-trailer combinations which exceed 26,000 pounds in gross registered vehicle weight, gross vehicle weight rating, or gross combination weight rating regardless of their dimensions, are prohibited from using State Highway Route 29, in either the northbound or southbound travel lanes, from its intersection with Interstate Route 95 to its northern terminus at State Highway Route 12. L.2001,c.45,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.143 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.143
Rules, regulations.
Status: in_force

3. The Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission may promulgate rules and regulations, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), governing the issuance and use of Gold Star Family license plates. In promulgating such rules and regulations, the chief administrator may consult with the Adjutant General of the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs, the Department of New Jersey of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc., or any other organization formed for the support of parents of members of the armed services who lost their lives while on active duty for the United Sates. L.2011, c.17, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2-4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-4
Deputy director; powers; bonds; oath
Status: in_force

The director shall appoint a deputy director for a term to correspond with his term of office. He shall assist the director in the administration and enforcement of this subtitle and have all the powers of the director when deputized by the director in the performance of such duties as the director may assign to him. He shall receive such compensation as shall be approved by the director and the president of the Civil Service Commission subject to availability of funds. The deputy director shall give bond, conditioned for the faithful discharge of his duties, in the sum of $50,000.00, which bond shall be approved by a judge of the Superior Court and filed with the State Treasurer. He shall also take an oath of office before a judge of the Superior Court, in form similar to that now required of the State Treasurer, which oath shall be filed with the Secretary of State. Amended by L.1953, c. 36, p. 618, s. 3; L.1962, c. 65, s. 9, eff. July 1, 1962.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-77.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-77.3
"Anti-Snow Dumping Act"; violations, penalties.
Status: in_force

1. a. This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Anti-Snow Dumping Act." b. The commercial operator of any snowplow, or other snow removal equipment, clearing accumulated snow on private property shall not deposit, or cause to be deposited, such snow on any public road, street, or highway in this State or on public lands. A commercial operator of any snowplow or other snow removal equipment who fails to comply with the provisions of this section shall be liable to a fine of $250 for the first offense, and for each subsequent offense, a fine of $500. L.2011, c.110, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-76 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-76
Driving overweight vehicles on interstate bridges; penalty; liability for damages; disposition of penalties
Status: in_force

No vehicle shall be driven over any interstate bridge owned or maintained in whole or in part by this State, upon which is posted in a conspicuous place a sign stating the gross weight that the bridge will carry, if the gross weight of any such vehicle and the load is greater than the gross weight stated on the sign. Any person violating any of the provisions of this section, and the owner of any vehicle driven upon any bridge in violation of this section, with a gross weight or with weight on any axle or wheel exceeding by more than 3% the maximum weight allowed in that particular case, shall be fined an amount equal to $0.02 per pound for each pound of excess weight if the excess does not exceed 10,000 pounds, and $0.03 per pound for each pound of excess weight if the excess weight exceeds 10,000 pounds, but in no event less than $50.00. The owner of any vehicle driven in violation of this section shall, in addition to the penalty herein prescribed, be responsible to the commission, body or authority having control of said bridge, for damages which may be done to any such bridge by reason of any violation of this section. Moneys received from penalties imposed or violations of this section shall be accounted for and forwarded to the director, who shall pay the same to the State Treasurer. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 80, s. 37; L.1970, c. 280, s. 1, eff. Dec. 3, 1970.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3B-20 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3B / Section 3B-20
Definitions relative to school bus safety.
Status: in_force

3. As used in this act: "Director" means the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Transportation; "Division" means the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Transportation; "In-terminal inspection" means an inspection conducted by the Division of Motor Vehicles at the operator's terminal of any motor vehicle required to meet the safety regulations for school buses adopted by the Department of Transportation pursuant to R.S.39:3B-5 and P.L.1986, c.92 (C.18A:3B-5.4) and vehicle emissions standards established for engine type pursuant to R.S.39:8-2 and section 3 of P.L.1995, c.157 (C.39:8-61); "Operator" means the owner or person responsible for the day to day operation and maintenance of school buses; "School bus" means all Type I and Type II school buses as defined in R.S.39:1-1 and school buses retired pursuant to P.L.1986, c.92 (C.39:3B-5.4), under the jurisdiction of the division. L.1999,c.5,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-103.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-103.1
Photo radar defined, usage prohibited
Status: in_force

1. a. Notwithstanding any law, rule or regulation to the contrary, a law enforcement officer or agency shall not use photo radar to enforce the provisions of chapter 4 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes. b. As used in this act, "photo radar" means a device used primarily for highway speed limit enforcement substantially consisting of a radar unit linked to a camera, which automatically produces a photograph of a vehicle traveling at a speed in excess of the legal limit. L.1992,c.91,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.108 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.108
Application, renewal; fee.
Status: in_force

2. An application for issuance of a Deborah Heart and Lung Center license plate shall be accompanied by a fee of $50, in addition to the fees otherwise required by law for the registration of the motor vehicle. An application for the renewal of the plates shall be accompanied by an additional fee of $10. The additional application and renewal fees shall be deposited in the Deborah Hospital Foundation Fund created pursuant to section 3 of this act. L.1999,c.354,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-4b — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-4b
Temporary registration.
Status: in_force

1. Any nonresident purchasing an automobile from a licensed dealer in New Jersey which is to be principally garaged, registered, and titled in another state, a federal district, or Canada, may register the automobile in New Jersey on a temporary basis. A temporary registration shall be made in the following manner: An application in writing, signed by the applicant or by an agent or officer in case the applicant is a corporation, shall be made to the chief administrator or the chief administrator's lawful agent, on forms prepared and supplied by the chief administrator, containing the name, address, and age of the owner, together with a description of the character of the automobile, including the name of the maker and the manufacturer's number or the motor number, or both, and any other statement that may be required by the chief administrator. A temporary registration certificate shall not be issued unless the licensed dealer has confirmed that the vehicle for which the temporary registration is to be issued is insured in accordance with the requirements of the "Motor Vehicle Security-Responsibility Law," P.L.1952, c.173 (C.39:6-23 et seq.), or the corresponding financial responsibility laws of the jurisdiction in which the vehicle is to be titled and registered. In the event that the insurance is terminated, the insurer shall notify the chief administrator within 30 days, following the termination. Thereupon the chief administrator or any licensed dealer who is authorized to issue temporary registration certificates and license plates pursuant to the provisions of subsection i. of section 2 of P.L.1969, c.301 (C.39:3-4c) shall have the power to grant a temporary registration certificate and a temporary license plate in accordance with the provisions of subsection b. of section 2 of P.L.1969, c.301 (C.39:3-4c) to the owner of any automobile, if over 17 years of age, either directly or through any licensed motor vehicle dealer who is not within the geographical district, application for the temporary registration having been properly made and the required fee paid, and the vehicle being of a type that complies with the requirements of this subtitle. The form and contents of the temporary registration certificate to be issued shall be prescribed by the chief administrator. The chief administrator shall maintain a record of all temporary registration certificates issued, and of the contents thereof. Every temporary registration shall expire and the certificate thereof shall become void on the 30th day following the date on which the certificate was issued; no temporary registration shall be renewed, except as a permanent registration pursuant to R.S.39:3-4, and after payment of the fees prescribed therein, or as a second temporary registration certificate issued pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1969, c.301 (C.39:3-4c). Each licensed dealer shall remit upon issuance of a second temporary registration certificate the amount due to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. The chief administrator shall issue temporary registration certificates for the 30-day registration period, which shall be effective immediately. Upon a finding that any abuse has been practiced, the chief administrator shall have the right to suspend the dealer's privilege to issue or franchise from issuing temporary registration certificates and license plates or, upon a finding that any abuse has been practiced by any member, officer, agent, employee, or other representative of the licensed dealer, the chief administrator shall have the right to permanently prohibit that member, officer, agent, employee, or other representative from obtaining a position as an owner, officer or director at any licensed dealership, or as an employee at any licensed dealership, if the employee's position involves access to the computer system used to request or print temporary registration certificates or license plates. Upon finding that any member, officer, agent, employee, or other representative of a licensed dealer has violated the provisions of this section or the provisions of any rule or regulation prescribed by the chief administrator related to the issuance of temporary registration certificates or license plates, the chief administrator shall impose a fine against the licensed dealer in the amount of $2,500 for a first offense and $5,000 for any subsequent offense. The chief administrator may suspend or revoke the dealer license of a dealer convicted of a violation of section 3 of P.L.2023, c.285 (C.2C:21-4.9) or for any subsequent violation of the provisions of this section or the provisions of any rule or regulation prescribed by the chief administrator related to the issuance of temporary registration certificates or license plates. Each temporary registration certificate or license plate issued in violation of the provisions of this section shall constitute a separate offense. L.1969, c.301, s.1; amended 2017, c.352, s.1; 2023, c.285, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-51a — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-51a
No consumption of alcoholic beverages, cannabis items in motor vehicles; presumption; penalties.
Status: in_force

1. a. A person shall not consume an alcoholic beverage or cannabis item as defined in section 3 of P.L.2021, c.16 (C.24:6I-33) while operating a motor vehicle. A passenger in a motor vehicle shall not consume an alcoholic beverage, and shall not consume by means of smoking, vaping, or aerosolizing a cannabis item, while the motor vehicle is being operated. This subsection shall not apply, with respect to the consumption of an alcoholic beverage, to a passenger of a charter or special bus operated as defined under R.S.48:4-1 or a limousine service. b. A person shall be presumed to have consumed an alcoholic beverage in violation of this section if an unsealed container of an alcoholic beverage is located in the passenger compartment of the motor vehicle, the contents of the alcoholic beverage have been partially consumed and the physical appearance or conduct of the operator of the motor vehicle or a passenger may be associated with the consumption of an alcoholic beverage. For the purposes of this section, the term "unsealed" shall mean a container with its original seal broken, or a container such as a glass or cup. c. For the first offense, a person convicted of violating this section shall be fined $200 and shall be informed by the court of the penalties for a second or subsequent violation of this section. For a second or subsequent offense, a person convicted of violating this section shall be fined $250 or shall be ordered by the court to perform community service for a period of 10 days in such form and on such terms as the court shall deem appropriate under the circumstances. L.1983, c.307, s.1; amended 1999, c.356, s.20; 2021, c.16, s.83.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-76.2d — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-76.2d
Violations, fines.
Status: in_force

4. Any person guilty of violating any of the provisions of this act shall be fined not less than $50 and not more than $75. L.1983, c.128, s.4; amended 2015, c.50, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-81 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-81
Sale, possession or use of tires of type approved by director; regulations; penalties
Status: in_force

No person shall sell, offer for sale or possess with intent to sell or use on a highway any motor vehicle tire fitted with blocks, hobs, studs or other projections unless such tire is in safe operating condition and provided that such tire is of a type approved by the director. The director shall promulgate regulations concerning the design, construction and use of such tires and the procedure which shall be followed when such tires are submitted for approval. Any person violating this section shall be subject to a fine of not less than $25.00 nor more than $50.00 to be recovered in a summary proceeding pursuant to the Penalty Enforcement Law (N.J.S. 2A:58-1 et seq.). Amended by L.1964, c. 266, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-54.19 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-54.19
Subject to traffic laws; right-of-way or sirens; yielding right of way
Status: in_force

This act shall not grant to any chief or first assistant chief of a volunteer fire company any privileges or exemptions denied to the drivers of other vehicles, and persons displaying red emergency warning lights, sirens, or both, shall drive with due regard for the safety of all persons and shall obey the traffic laws of this State; but drivers of nonemergency vehicles upon any highway shall yield the right of way to the vehicle of any chief or first assistant chief of a volunteer fire company displaying red emergency warning lights, sirens, or both, in the same manner as is provided for authorized emergency vehicles pursuant to R.S. 39:4-92. L. 1985, c. 171, s. 5, eff. May 31, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-104 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-104
Violations of article; penalty
Status: in_force

A person violating a section of this article shall, for each violation, be subject to a fine of not less than $50.00 or more than $200.00, or imprisonment for a period not exceeding 15 days, or both, except as herein otherwise provided. Amended by L.1955, c. 221, p. 869, s. 1; L.1982, c. 45, s. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1982.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.137 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.137
Notification to eligible motorists
Status: in_force

7. The director shall notify eligible motorists of the opportunity to obtain United We Stand 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 director. L.2002,c.52,s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-98.9 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-98.9
Emergency orders
Status: in_force

8. a. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, the commissioner is authorized to set or change by emergency order, for periods of up to 60 days, the speed limit on any public highway based on emergent conditions, such as construction work, dangerous conditions, extreme congestion or traffic problems, imminent peril, or imminent risk to motorists or to the public safety. b. An emergency order issued pursuant to this section shall cite the portions of public highway to which it is to be applicable, a description in plain language of what the order requires, the effective date of the order, and any other information the commissioner deems necessary. c. An emergency order issued pursuant to this section shall be final upon the signature of the commissioner, or on a later date if the commissioner so determines, and shall be effective and enforceable upon compliance with the requirement for the posting of signs providing notice of the speed limit, as provided under the applicable provisions of R.S.39:4-98 and R.S.39:4-198. d. An emergency order issued pursuant to this section may, upon its expiration date, be renewed by the commissioner for additional 60-day periods, until the emergent condition necessitating the emergency order is mitigated. e. Any official traffic control device established pursuant to this section shall conform to the "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices." L.1997,c.415, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 39:10-25 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 10 / Section 10-25
Agency to issue certificates; fees.
Status: in_force

39:10-25. The commission may designate any person to be its agent for the issuing and filing of certificates of origin, certificates of registration and certificates of ownership in accordance with the provisions of section 39:10-11 of this Title, subject to the requirements of chapter 10, and to any rules and regulations the commission shall impose. The agent shall so act until the agent's authority is revoked by the commission. All moneys received by such agents for the issuing and filing of certificates of origin and certificates of ownership under the provisions of this section shall forthwith be deposited as received with the State Treasurer. The fee allowed the agent for issuing and filing each certificate of ownership shall be fixed by the commission on the basis of the fees collected by the agent for the issuing and filing of such certificates. The commission 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. Amended 1946, c.136, s.21; 1959, c.145, s.2; 2003, c.13, s.125.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-31.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-31.2
Requirements for low-speed vehicles operated on public road, highway.
Status: in_force

3. a. Low-speed vehicles operated upon any public road or highway in this State shall be maintained in proper condition and comply with the equipment requirements and standards as set forth in 49 CFR s. 571.500, as amended and supplemented. Low-speed vehicles operated upon any public road or highway in this State shall be equipped with the following additional equipment: (1) Brakes adequate to control the movement of and to stop such vehicle; (2) An odometer; (3) A speedometer; and (4) The original manufacturer's vehicle identification number die stamped upon the body, or frame, or either or both of them, of the vehicle or the original manufacturer's vehicle identification number die stamped upon the engine or motor of the vehicle. b. All low-speed vehicles shall have a safety information decal as provided by the manufacturer affixed in a conspicuous place on the rear of the vehicle which shall display in prominent lettering "25 MPH Vehicle." c. Any person operating a low-speed vehicle without the equipment prescribed in this section shall, on conviction, be fined for each violation as provided in R.S.39:3-79. L.2005,c.273,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-65 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-65
Notice of intention to make claim.
Status: in_force

5. Any qualified person, or the personal representative of such person, who suffers damages resulting from bodily injury or death or damage to property arising out of the ownership, maintenance or use of a motor vehicle in this State on or after April 1, 1955, and whose damages may be satisfied in whole or in part from the fund, shall, except in cases in which the claim is asserted by actions brought under section 18 of this act pursuant to section 19 of this act, within 180 days after the accident, as a condition precedent to the right thereafter to apply for payment from the fund, give notice to the association, the form and contents of which shall be prescribed by the association, of his intention to make a claim thereon for such damages if otherwise uncollectible; provided, any such qualified person may, in lieu of giving said notice within said time, make proof to the court on the hearing of the application for the payment of a judgment (a) that he was physically incapable of giving said notice within said period and that he gave said notice within 180 days after he became physically capable to do so or in the event he did not become so capable, that a notice was given on his behalf within a reasonable period, or (b) that he gave notice to the association within 15 days of receiving notice that an insurer had disclaimed on a policy of insurance so as to remove or withdraw liability insurance coverage for his claim against a person or persons who allegedly caused him to suffer damages. A copy of the complaint shall be furnished to the association if an action has theretofore been brought for the enforcement of such claim. Such person shall also notify the association of any action thereafter instituted for the enforcement of such claim within 15 days after the institution thereof and such notice shall be accompanied by a copy of the complaint. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission is hereby authorized and empowered, the provisions of any other law relating to the confidential nature of any reports or information furnished to or filed with the division notwithstanding, to furnish to the association upon its request, for such use, utilization and purposes as the association may deem reasonably appropriate to administer this act and discharge its functions hereunder, any reports or information filed by any person or persons claiming benefits under the provisions of this act, that the director has with regard to any accident, and any operator or owner of a motor vehicle involved in any accident, and as to any automobile or motor vehicle liability insurance or bond carried by an operator or owner of any motor vehicle. L.1952,c.174,s.5; amended 1955, c.1, s.4; 1956, c.200; 1958, c.99, s.2; 1963, c.81, s.10; 1985, c.148, s.7; 2003, c.89, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-6.10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-6.10
Suspension or cancellation of exemptions, benefits, or privileges
Status: in_force

Agreements, arrangements or declarations made under the authority of this act may include provisions authorizing the director to suspend or cancel the exemptions, benefits, or privileges granted thereunder to a person who violates any of the conditions or terms of such agreements, arrangements or declarations or who violates the laws of this State relating to motor vehicles, or regulations lawfully promulgated thereunder. L.1969, c. 119, s. 12, eff. July 1, 1969.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-57 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-57
Rules, regulations
Status: in_force

17. The director shall adopt, after consultation with the Department of Environmental Protection and pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), any rules and regulations necessary to implement the provisions of P.L.1995, c.112 (C.39:8-41 et al.) or to place this State in substantial compliance with the motor vehicle emission inspection and maintenance requirements established by federal law, except that these rules and regulations shall not require the use of the "I/M 240" test. L.1995,c.112,s.17.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3C-11 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3C / Section 3C-11
Transfer of ownership.
Status: in_force

11. In accordance with the provisions of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.), whenever there is a change of ownership for which a registration certificate has previously been issued, the new owner shall apply for a new certificate. The new owner shall set forth the original number issued in the application accompanied by the old registration, if available, and with the required fee submitted to the commission, for registration. The new owner shall demonstrate to the commission a notarized bill of sale, assignable certificate of origin, or other formal proof of ownership deemed acceptable by the commission when transferring ownership or selling a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike. L.1973, c.307, s.11; amended 1985, c.375, s.11; 2009, c.275, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-66 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-66
Procedures for conducting test methods.
Status: in_force

8. a. The commission, in consultation with the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Transportation, shall establish procedures by which test methods established pursuant to section 3 of this act shall be conducted in the periodic inspection program and in the roadside enforcement program. b. The commission, in consultation with the Department of Transportation and with the approval of the Attorney General, may, by rule or regulation, require that personnel from, and agents of, the commission and the Department of Transportation, and personnel from the Division of State Police, who perform the test methods utilized in the roadside enforcement program, and licensees and persons employed by licensees who perform the tests and test methods utilized in the periodic inspection program in accordance with the provisions of section 11 of this act, be trained to do so and be examined, periodically if the rule or regulation so provides, to ensure that their training and competence are adequate. Testing in the roadside enforcement program may be conducted by personnel from the commission, or the Division of State Police, or by agents appointed by or under contract with the commission. c. The commission, in consultation with the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Transportation and with the approval of the Attorney General, shall designate one or more test methods among those established pursuant to section 3 of this act that shall be utilized in the roadside enforcement program established pursuant to section 6 of this act. The commission, in consultation with the Department of Transportation and with the approval of the Attorney General, shall establish a form or forms upon which the results of these designated tests or test methods shall be reported in the ordinary course. The form shall contain a statement or statements establishing the following: the type of test performed; the result achieved; that the person completing the form is the person who performed the test; that the tester has been certified by the commission as having adequate training and competence to perform the test; that the tester is an employee or agent of the State and was acting in an official capacity when the tester performed the test; and any other information that the commission may prescribe. The form shall contain a certification subscribed by the person performing the test and certifying that that person did perform the test in a proper manner and believes the test results to be valid and accurate. The presentation of a form prepared in accordance with the provisions of this subsection to a court by any party to a proceeding shall be evidence that all of the requirements and provisions of this subsection have been met and that the form has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of this subsection. The form shall be admissible evidence as proof of the statements contained therein in any civil penalty proceeding brought pursuant to the provisions of this act or any rule or regulation adopted pursuant thereto. A copy of the form shall be served, if practicable, with the complaint and summons upon the defendant or the defendant's agent for service of process; and, in any event, shall be served upon such person at least 20 days before the hearing. Whenever the form is served upon a defendant or a defendant's agent, together with the complaint and summons, the law enforcement officer serving the form shall execute and file with the court a proof of service on a form prescribed by the Administrative Director of the Courts and in a manner consistent with the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey. The form shall not be admissible if it is not served at least 20 days before the hearing, provided that the court, upon a showing of good cause and that the defendant is not prejudiced, may postpone the hearing, subject to the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey. d. A roadside inspection of a diesel bus to enforce standards adopted pursuant to section 3 of this act shall be conducted only in conjunction with a roadside safety inspection that is conducted pursuant to law, rule or regulation. L.1995,c.157,s.8; amended 2003, c.13, s.81.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-97.4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-97.4
Inapplicability of act to certain officials.
Status: in_force

2. The prohibitions set forth in this act shall not be applicable to any of the following persons while in the actual performance of their official duties: a law enforcement officer; a member of a paid, part-paid, or volunteer fire department or company; or an operator of an authorized emergency vehicle. L.2003,c.310,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:7-4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 7 / Section 7-4
Continuances to permit defendant to defend
Status: in_force

The court in which an action against a chauffeur, operator or owner mentioned in section 39:7-2 of this title is pending may order such continuances as may be necessary to afford the defendant reasonable opportunity to defend the action.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.67 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.67
Issuance of Battleship U.S.S. New Jersey license plates.
Status: in_force

1. The Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission shall, upon proper application therefor, issue Battleship U.S.S. New Jersey license plates for any motor vehicle owned or leased and registered in the State. In addition to the registration number and other markings of identification otherwise prescribed by law, the plate shall display a depiction of a battleship and wording which either recognizes the U.S.S. New Jersey's role in U.S. naval history or indicates support for the restoration, and maintenance of the U.S.S. New Jersey. The wording, design and color scheme of the plate shall be chosen by the chief administrator. L.1995, c.252, s.1; amended 2007, c.262, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-14.3n — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-14.3n
Make and model numbers; certification; list of approved bicycles
Status: in_force

a. The director shall promulgate rules and regulations pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c. 410 (C. 52:14B-1 et seq.), requiring manufacturers or distributors to certify in writing to the division the make and model numbers of motorized bicycles which they sell or distribute in this State. b. The director shall compile and maintain a list of approved motorized bicycles and shall only permit approved makes and models of motorized bicycles which are sold or distributed in this State after the effective date of this act to be registered pursuant thereto. c. Nothing contained herein, however, shall preclude registration of a motorized bicycle pursuant to this act where the registrant of the motorized bicycle establishes with reasonable specificity that the motorized bicycle conforms to the definition in R.S. 39:1-1 and the requirements of section 2 of P.L.1975, c. 250 (C. 39:4-14.3) and P.L.1977, c. 267 (C. 39:4-14.3a et seq.). L.1983, c. 105, s. 14.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.68 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.68
Application procedure, fees
Status: in_force

2. Application for a Battleship U.S.S. New Jersey license plate shall be made to the Division of Motor Vehicles on forms and in a manner prescribed by the director and shall be accompanied by a fee of $50, which shall be in addition to all fees otherwise required by law for the registration of the motor vehicle. The annual renewal of a registration certificate of a motor vehicle that has been issued a Battleship U.S.S. New Jersey license plate shall be accompanied by an additional fee of $15. The $50 application fee and $15 renewal fee shall be deposited by the division in the Battleship New Jersey Memorial Fund created pursuant to section 3 of this act. L.1995,c.252,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6-69 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-69
Unpaid judgments.
Status: in_force

9. When any qualified person recovers a valid judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction in this State against any other person, who was the operator or owner of a motor vehicle, for injury to, death of, any person or persons, or a similar valid judgment in such court against such a defendant for an amount in excess of $500.00, exclusive of interest and costs, for damage to property, except property of others in charge of such operator or owner or such operator's or owner's employees, arising out of the ownership, maintenance or use of the motor vehicle in this State on or after April 1, 1955, and any amount remains unpaid thereon in the case of a judgment for bodily injury or death, or any amount in excess of $500.00 remains unpaid thereon in case of a judgment for damage to property, such judgment creditor may, upon the termination of all proceedings, including reviews and appeals in connection with such judgment, file a verified claim in the court in which the judgment was entered, and upon 10 days' written notice to the association may apply to the court for an order directing payment out of the fund, of the amount unpaid upon such judgment for bodily injury or death, which does not exceed, or upon such judgment for damage to property, which exceeds the sum of $500.00 and does not exceed-- (a) The maximum amount or limit of $15,000.00, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to, or death of, one person, in any one accident, and (b) The maximum amount or limit, subject to such limit for any one person so injured or killed, of $30,000.00, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to, or death of, more than one person, in any one accident, and (c) The maximum amount or limit of $5,000.00, exclusive of interest and costs, for damage to property in any one accident. L.1952,c.174,s.9; amended 1958, c.99, s.3; 1972, c.198, s.3; 1983, c.362, s.21; 1988, c.119, s.15; 2003, c.89.s.14.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-79.20 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-79.20
Interference with act deemed violation; penalties.
Status: in_force

11. It shall be a violation of this act to interfere with or attempt to interfere with the duties, obligations, rights or remedies of a motor carrier or its driver, an intermodal equipment provider, or an SMC inspector as provided in this act. If, after a person has been afforded an opportunity for a hearing pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), the department determines that the person has violated this section, that person shall be subject to a civil administrative penalty to be imposed by the department not to exceed $1,000 for the first violation and not more than $5,000 for each subsequent violation. A civil administrative penalty imposed pursuant to this subsection may be recovered by a summary proceeding pursuant to the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999," P.L.1999, c.274 (C.2A:58-10 et seq.). L.2005,c.234,s.11; per s.13, act effective on September 1, 2006 and to expire on certain federal actions.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-8 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-8
Commissioner of Transportation's approval required; exceptions.
Status: in_force

39:4-8. a. Except as otherwise provided in this section, no ordinance, resolution, or regulation concerning, regulating, or governing traffic or traffic conditions, adopted or enacted by any board or body having jurisdiction over highways, shall be of any force or effect unless the same is approved by the commissioner, according to law. The commissioner shall not be required to approve any such ordinance, resolution, or regulation, unless, after investigation by the commissioner, the same shall appear to be in the interest of safety and the expedition of traffic on the public highways. The commissioner's investigation need not include more than a review of the ordinance, resolution, or regulation, and the supporting documentation submitted by a board or body having jurisdiction over highways, unless the commissioner determines that additional investigation is warranted. Prior to the adoption of any municipal or county ordinance, resolution, or regulation, which places any impact on roadways in an adjoining municipality or county, the governing board or body of the municipality or county shall provide appropriate notice to the adjoining municipality or county. Notwithstanding any other provision of this section to the contrary, any municipal or county ordinance, resolution, or regulation which places any impact on a State roadway shall require the approval of the commissioner. Where the commissioner's approval is required, a certified copy of the adopted ordinance, resolution, or regulation shall be transmitted by the clerk of the municipality or county, as applicable, to the commissioner within 30 days of adoption, together with: a copy of the municipal or county engineer's certification, a statement of the reasons for the municipal or county engineer's decision, detailed information as to the location of streets, intersections, and signs affected by the ordinance, resolution, or regulation, and traffic count, crash, and speed sampling data, when appropriate. The commissioner may invalidate the provisions of the ordinance, resolution, or regulation if the commissioner finds that the provisions of the ordinance, resolution, or regulation are inconsistent with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, inconsistent with accepted engineering standards, are not based on the results of an accurate traffic and engineering survey, or place an undue traffic burden or impact on the State highway system, or affect the flow of traffic on the State highway system. b. (1) A municipality may, without the approval of the commissioner, and consistent with the current standards prescribed by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, establish by ordinance, resolution, or regulation, any of the provisions contained in R.S.39:4-197. (a) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (b) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (c) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (d) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (2) A county may, without the approval of the commissioner, and consistent with the current standards prescribed by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, establish by ordinance, resolution, or regulation, any of the provisions contained in R.S.39:4-197. (a) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (b) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (c) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (d) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2008, c.110) (3) The municipal or county engineer shall, under his seal as a licensed professional engineer, certify to the governing body of the municipality or county, as appropriate, that any designation or erections of signs or placement of pavement markings has been approved by the engineer after investigation of the circumstances, appears to the engineer to be in the interest of safety and the expedition of traffic on the public highways, and conforms to the current standards prescribed by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, as adopted by the commissioner. The provisions of the ordinance, resolution, or regulation shall be consistent with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, consistent with accepted engineering standards, based on the results of an accurate traffic and engineering survey, and not place an undue traffic burden or impact on streets in an adjoining municipality or negatively affect the flow of traffic on the State highway system. Nothing in this subsection shall allow municipalities to designate any intersection with any highway under State or county jurisdiction as a stop or yield intersection or counties to designate any intersection with any highway under State or municipal jurisdiction as a stop or yield intersection. c. Subject to the provisions of R.S.39:4-138, in the case of any street under municipal or county jurisdiction, a municipality or county may, without the approval of the commissioner, and consistent with the current standards prescribed by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, by ordinance, resolution, or regulation: (1) prohibit or restrict general parking; (2) designate restricted parking under section 1 of P.L.1977, c.309 (C.39:4-197.6); (3) designate time limit parking; (4) install parking meters; (5) designate loading and unloading zones and taxi stands; (6) approve street closings for periods up to 48 continuous hours;
(7) designate restricted parking under section 1 of P.L.1977, c.202 (C.39:4-197.5); (8) establish angle parking; and (9) reinstate or add parking on any street. d. A municipality or county may, without the approval of the commissioner, and consistent with the current standards prescribed by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, by ordinance, resolution, or regulation, regarding any street under its jurisdiction, install or place an in-street pedestrian crossing right-of-way sign at a marked crosswalk or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. The installation shall be subject to guidelines issued by the commissioner after consultation with the Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety in the Department of Law and Public Safety. The guidelines shall be aimed at ensuring safety to both pedestrians and motorists including, but not limited to, the proper method of sign installation, dimensions, composition of material, proper placement points and maintenance. A claim against the State or a municipality or county for damage or injury under this subsection for a wrongful act or omission shall be dismissed if the municipality or county is deemed to have conformed to the guidelines required hereunder. e. A municipality or county may, without the approval of the commissioner, and consistent with the current standards prescribed by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, by ordinance, resolution, or regulation in any street under its jurisdiction, designate stops, stations, or stands for omnibuses. The designation shall be subject to guidelines issued by the commissioner. The guidelines shall be aimed at ensuring safety to both pedestrians and motorists including, but not limited to, the proper method of sign installation, dimensions, composition of material, proper placement points, and maintenance. A claim against the State or a municipality or county for damage or injury under this subsection for a wrongful act or omission shall be dismissed if the municipality or county is deemed to have conformed to the guidelines required hereunder. Amended 1951, c.23, s.8; 1983, c.227, s.1; 1993, c.122; 1995, c.412, s.1; 1996, c.113, s.6; 1999, c.191; 2001, c.119; 2001, c.342, s.2; 2004, c.169; 2008, c.110, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.27 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.27
Rules, regulations
Status: in_force

The director may adopt any rules and regulations, in accordance with the provisions of the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), necessary to carry out the provisions of this act, including the regulations necessary to place this State in substantial compliance with the requirements of the federal "Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986," Pub. L.99-570 (49 U.S.C. s.2701 et seq.) and the regulations promulgated pursuant to that federal law. L.1990,c.103,s.19.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-31.5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-31.5
Low-speed vehicle exempt from inspection.
Status: in_force

6. No low-speed vehicle shall be subject to a motor vehicle inspection by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. The registered owner of a low-speed vehicle shall be required to maintain the vehicle in proper condition as required by section 3 of this act. L.2005,c.273,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10f4 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10f4
Fee for digitized photograph.
Status: in_force

4. The fee for a digitized photograph shall be $6 for each license, renewal, or duplicate thereof, and shall be in addition to the fee presently authorized for the issuance of a driver's license pursuant to R.S.39:3-10. L.2001, c.391, s.4; amended 2019, c.271, s.11.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-10.23 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-10.23
Provisions for efficient processing
Status: in_force

a. The director may take such steps as are necessary to provide for the efficient, timely and orderly processing of persons required to obtain commercial driver licenses under this act. The director may require persons to take the skills test for the commercial driver license or for an endorsement at the time and place selected by the director. The director may require those persons who fail to satisfactorily complete a knowledge test for the commercial driver license or an endorsement on the initial attempt to take those knowledge tests for a second or subsequent time at a time and place selected by the director. b. If the director determines that persons required to obtain commercial driver licenses and endorsements by April 1, 1992 are not voluntarily and in a timely manner scheduling with the division a date, time and location for the taking of the knowledge tests or are failing to appear as scheduled, the director may for the timely processing of all such persons require each person to appear for the initial taking of the knowledge tests on a date and at a time and location selected by the director. L.1990,c.103,s.15.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-36.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-36.2
"Pedestrian Safety Enforcement and Education Fund."
Status: in_force

1. There is created in the Division of Highway and Traffic Safety in the Department of Law and Public Safety a nonlapsing revolving fund to be known as the "Pedestrian Safety Enforcement and Education Fund." This fund shall be a repository for moneys provided pursuant to subsection c. of R.S.39:4-36 and shall be administered by the Division of Highway and Traffic Safety. Moneys deposited in the fund, and any interest earned thereon, shall be used for the purpose of making grants to municipalities and counties with pedestrian safety problems. Priority in awarding grants shall be given to municipalities and counties requesting funds in order to take remedial steps for intersections that have been identified as demonstrating pedestrian safety problems in accordance with P.L.2005, c.158 (C. 39:4-36.3 et al.). L.2005,c.86,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.107 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.107
Deborah Heart and Lung Center license plates.
Status: in_force

1. The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall, upon proper application therefor, issue Deborah Heart and Lung Center license plates for any motor vehicle owned or leased and registered in the State. In addition to the registration number and other markings prescribed by law, a Deborah Heart and Lung Center license plate shall display words or a slogan and an emblem indicating support for, or interest in, the Deborah Heart and Lung Center. The license plate shall be designed by the director, in consultation with the Deborah Hospital Foundation's Board of Directors. Issuance of the Deborah Heart and Lung Center license plates in accordance with this section shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 3 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes, except as hereinafter otherwise specifically provided. L.1999,c.354,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-37 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-37
Fees concerning licenses, effective date, revenue of the commission, certain.
Status: in_force

109. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, all fees established pursuant to P.L.2001, c. 391 shall take effect on the enactment of P.L.2003, c.13 (C.39:2A-1 et al.). The $6 digitized picture fee shall be charged regardless of whether the license or identification card displays a picture, and shall be revenues of the commission for use in the furtherance of any commission purpose. This fee shall be considered revenues of the commission and shall not be subject to the calculation of proportional revenue remitted to the commission pursuant to section 105 of P.L.2003, c.13 (C.39:2A-36). Revenues of the commission shall not be subject to appropriation as direct State services by the Legislature. In addition, the revenues of the commission shall not be restricted from use by the commission in any manner except as provided by law. Revenues of the commission may be used in the furtherance of any purpose of the commission or as otherwise provided for in law. L.2003,c.13,s.109.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.133 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.133
Application for issuance of license plate, fee
Status: in_force

3. a. Application for issuance of a United We Stand 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 United We Stand 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 Rewards for Justice License Plate Fund created pursuant to section 4 of this act. L.2002,c.52,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-27.9 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-27.9
Issuance; proof of membership; fees
Status: in_force

The special plate authorized by this act may be issued upon proof, satisfactory to the director, that the applicant is presently a bona fide member of a fire fighting department or first aid or rescue squad in this State. The fee for such plate shall be $15.00 in addition to the fees otherwise prescribed by law for the registration of such motor vehicle. L.1977, c. 369, s. 2. Amended by L.1979, c. 447, s. 2, eff. July 1, 1980.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-14.2 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-14.2
Keeping to right; exceptions; single file
Status: in_force

Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction; provided, however, that any person may move to the left under any of the following situations: (a) to make a left turn from a left-turn lane or pocket; (b) to avoid debris, drains or other hazardous conditions that make it impracticable to ride at the right side of the roadway; (c) to pass a slower moving vehicle; (d) to occupy any available lane when traveling at the same speed as other traffic; (e) to travel no more than two abreast when traffic is not impeded. Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway may travel no more than two abreast when traffic is not impeded, but otherwise shall ride in single file except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. L.1951, c. 23, p. 71, s. 17. Amended by L.1977, c. 388, s. 1, eff. Feb. 23, 1978; L.1983, c. 257, s. 1, eff. July 7, 1983.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-62 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-62
No operation in violation of standards established
Status: in_force

4. No owner or lessee of a diesel bus, heavy-duty diesel truck, or other diesel-powered motor vehicle shall operate, or cause or allow the operation of, that diesel bus, heavy-duty diesel truck, or other diesel-powered motor vehicle in this State in violation of the standards established by the Department of Environmental Protection and determined in accordance with test methods and procedures established pursuant to this act. L.1995,c.157,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-56 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-56
Delaying traffic prohibited
Status: in_force

No person shall drive or conduct a vehicle in such condition, so constructed or so loaded, as to be likely to cause delay in traffic or accident to man, beast or property.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-99 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-99
Exceeding speed limitations; speed specified in charge
Status: in_force

It shall be prima facie unlawful for a person to exceed any of the foregoing speed limitations or any speed limitation in effect as established by authority of section 39:4-98 of this Title. In every charge of violation of section 39:4-98 of this Title, the complaint and the summons or notice to appear, shall specify the speed at which the defendant is alleged to have driven and the speed which this article declares shall be prima facie lawful at the time and place of the alleged violation. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 88, s. 56.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-30 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-30
Exceptions to application of article; "temporary" or "in-transit" registration plates
Status: in_force

Nothing in this article shall apply to any road building machinery, vehicle, traction engine, steam roller or other apparatus or machinery running upon railroad or street railway tracks, or a private railroad or railway, spur track or switch, nor shall a license hereunder be required for any road building machinery, vehicle, traction engine, steam roller or other apparatus or machinery while actually used in any type of construction; provided, further, however, that any such road building machinery, vehicle, traction engine, roller or other apparatus or machinery of the kind may be operated or drawn, subject to the following conditions: Any person, partnership or corporation may, with regard to such road building machinery, vehicle, traction engine, roller or other apparatus or machinery of the kind owned or controlled by it, obtain general registration and registration plates therefor of the style and kind provided for in this article, with the word "temporary" or "in-transit" stated thereon, but only if the director is satisfied as to the financial responsibility of such person, partnership or corporation to meet any claim for damages arising out of an accident and satisfactory evidence of such responsibility has been filed with him. The annual fee for the issuance of a certificate of registration, or duplicates thereof and five sets of "temporary" or "in-transit" plates bearing a number, corresponding to the number on the certificate of registration shall be $100.00. Such plates can be placed on any such road building machinery, vehicle, traction engine, roller or other apparatus or machinery, owned or operated by the person, partnership or corporation to whom the registration is issued, only in moving to and from the location of any type of construction. Amended by L.1941, c. 257, p. 686, s. 1; L.1949, c. 250, p. 804, s. 1; L.1951, c. 23, p. 73, s. 21; L.1968, c. 130, s. 11, eff. Aug. 1, 1968; L.1975, c. 180, s. 11, eff. Jan. 1, 1976.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-52 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-52
Additional lighting equipment
Status: in_force

Any motor vehicle may be equipped with not more than two side cowl or fender lamps which shall emit a white or yellow light without glare. Any motor vehicle may be equipped with not more than one running board courtesy lamp on each side thereof which shall emit a white or yellow light without glare. Any motor vehicle may be equipped with a back-up lamp either separately or in combination with another lamp; except that no such back-up lamp shall be continuously lighted when the motor vehicle is in forward motion.
N.J. Stat. § 39:3-69 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-69
Horns and audible warning devices.
Status: in_force

39:3-69. Every motor vehicle except a motor-drawn vehicle when operated upon a highway shall be equipped with a horn in good working order and capable of emitting sound audible under normal conditions from a distance of not less than 200 feet, but no horn or other warning device shall emit an unreasonably loud or harsh sound or a whistle. The driver of a motor vehicle shall, when reasonably necessary to insure safe operation, give audible warning with his horn but shall not otherwise use such horn when upon a highway. No vehicle shall be equipped with nor shall any person use upon a vehicle any siren, whistle or bell except as otherwise permitted in this section. It is permissible but not required that any vehicle be equipped with a theft alarm signal device which is so arranged that it cannot be used by the driver as an ordinary warning signal. Any emergency vehicle authorized by the commission may be equipped with a siren, whistle, or bell capable of emitting sound audible under normal conditions from a distance of not less than 500 feet and of a type approved by the commission, but such siren, whistle or bell shall not be used except when such vehicle is operated in response to an emergency call or in the immediate pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law, in which said latter events the driver of such vehicle shall sound said siren, whistle or bell when necessary to warn pedestrians and other drivers of the approach thereof. No person shall install or use on the exhaust system of any motor vehicle any device which emits an audible sound unless authorized to do so by the commission. No bicycle shall be equipped with nor shall any person use upon a bicycle any siren or whistle. The commission is hereby authorized in its discretion to promulgate standards concerning the audibility of audible warning devices. Amended 1968, c.97; 2003, c.13, s.45.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-10.10 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-10.10
Rights, duties of roller skaters, skateboarders on roadway.
Status: in_force

6. Every person operating any roller skates or skateboard upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle by chapter four of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes and all supplements thereto, except as to those provisions thereof which by their nature can have no application. Regulations applicable to roller skates and skateboards shall apply whenever any person operates any roller skates or skateboard upon any highway or upon any path set aside for the exclusive use of roller skates or skateboards subject to those exceptions stated herein. L.1997,c.411,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5-30.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5 / Section 5-30.1
Suspension or revocation of driver's license where reciprocity driving privilege is suspended or revoked in another state
Status: in_force

Whenever the reciprocity driving privilege of any New Jersey resident is suspended or revoked by lawful authority in another State upon a conviction of a violation of the Motor Vehicle Act of such State and the report of such conviction is transmitted by the motor vehicle administrator of such State to the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles of this State pursuant to any law providing for reciprocal exchange thereof, the director may suspend or revoke the driving privilege of such resident in this State, in the manner prescribed by section 39:5-30 of the Revised Statutes, for a period not less than that for which the reciprocity driving privilege was suspended or revoked in such other State nor more than the period for which the driving privilege would have been suspended or revoked had a conviction of a like offense occurred in this State. L.1953, c. 429, p. 2164, s. 1. Amended by L.1957, c. 71, p. 138, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-36.1 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-36.1
Crossing having pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing; right of way
Status: in_force

Any pedestrian crossing a roadway at a point where a pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing has been provided shall yield the right of way to all vehicles upon the roadway. L.1951, c. 23, p. 74, s. 24.
N.J. Stat. § 39:2A-35 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 2A / Section 2A-35
Transfer of Commercial Bus Unit.
Status: in_force

41. The Commercial Bus Unit in the Department of Transportation, together with all of its functions, powers and duties is transferred to and vested in the commission. 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 career service employees who serve in the Commercial Bus Unit shall be employees of the commission and shall retain their present civil service employment status and their collective bargaining status, including all rights of tenure, retirement pension, disability, leave of absence, or similar benefits. All records, property appropriations, and any unexpended balance of funds appropriated or otherwise available to the Commercial Bus Unit, shall be transferred to the commission pursuant to the "State Agency Transfer Act." L.2003,c.13,s.41.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-14.3i.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-14.3i.3
Annual report to the Legislature regarding registration of motorized bicycles and low-speed electric bicycles.
Status: in_force

9. a. Following the effective date of P.L.2025, c.285 (C.39:6A-4.8 et al.), the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Department of Transportation shall prepare and submit an annual report to the Legislature, pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1991, c.164 (C.52:14-19.1), concerning all information collected regarding the registration of motorized bicycles in this State since 2019. b. One year following the effective date of P.L.2025, c.285 (C.39:6A-4.8 et al.) and annually thereafter, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Department of Transportation shall prepare and submit an annual report to the Legislature, pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1991, c.164 (C.52:14-19.1), concerning the registration of low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles in the State. The report shall include, but not be limited to: (1) the number of low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles registered in the State; (2) the revenue generated by the fees collected and any civil penalties assessed pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1975, c.250 (C.39:4-14.3); and (3) the number of registered low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles disaggregated by the owner of record’s county of residence. L.2025, c.285, s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 39:8-22 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 8 / Section 8-22
Personnel, expenditures
Status: in_force

The director may, subject to existing law, employ such persons and make such expenditures as are necessary to supervise the operation of licensed private inspection centers to insure compliance with the provisions of this act and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto. L. 1975, c. 156, s. 14, eff. July 16, 1975. Amended by L. 1986, c. 22, s. 15, eff. June 2, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 39:5H-5 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 5H / Section 5H-5
Appointment, maintenance of agent for service of process.
Status: in_force

5. a. A transportation network company operating in the State shall appoint and maintain an agent for service of process in this State. b. The transportation network company shall submit to the commission within 10 days of receiving a permit, the name, address, telephone number, or other contact information of the agent. The transportation network company shall notify the commission of any change of the agent, or address, telephone number, or other contact information for the agent, within 10 days of the effective date of the change. L.2017, c.26, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 39:6A-4.3 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 6A / Section 6A-4.3
Personal injury protection coverage options.
Status: in_force

13. Personal injury protection coverage options. With respect to personal injury protection coverage provided on an automobile in accordance with section 4 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4), the automobile insurer shall provide the following coverage options: a. Medical expense benefit deductibles in amounts of $500.00, $1,000.00, $2,000.00 and $2,500.00 for any one accident; b. The option to exclude all benefits offered under subsections b., c., d., and e. of section 4; c. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.1988, c.119.) d. For policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 1991, the option that other health insurance coverage or benefits of the insured, including health care services provided by a health maintenance organization and any coverage or benefits provided under any federal or State program, are the primary coverage in regard to medical expense benefits pursuant to section 4 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4). If health insurance coverage or benefits are primary, an automobile insurer providing medical expense benefits under personal injury protection coverage shall be liable for reasonable medical expenses not covered by the health insurance coverage or benefits up to the limit of the medical expense benefits coverage. The principles of coordination of benefits shall apply to personal injury protection medical expense benefits coverage pursuant to this subsection; e. Medical expense benefits in amounts of $150,000, $75,000, $50,000 or $15,000 per person per accident; except that, medical expense benefits shall be paid in an amount not to exceed $250,000 for all medically necessary treatment of permanent or significant brain injury, spinal cord injury or disfigurement or for medically necessary treatment of other permanent or significant injuries rendered at a trauma center or acute care hospital immediately following the accident and until the patient is stable, no longer requires critical care and can be safely discharged or transferred to another facility in the judgment of the attending physician. The coverage election form shall contain a statement, clearly readable and in 12-point bold type, in a form approved by the commissioner, that election of any of the aforesaid medical expense benefits options results in less coverage than the $250,000 medical expense benefits coverage mandated prior to the effective date of P.L.1998, c.21. If none of the aforesaid medical expense benefits options is affirmatively chosen in writing, the policy shall provide $250,000 medical expense benefits coverage; f. The insurer shall provide an appropriate reduction from the territorial base rate for personal injury protection coverage for those electing any of the options in subsections a., b., d. and e. of this section. Any named insured who chooses the option provided by subsection d. of this section shall provide proof that he and members of his family residing in his household are covered by health insurance coverage or benefits in a manner and to an extent approved by the commissioner. Nothing in this section shall be construed to require a health insurer, health maintenance organization or governmental agency to cover individuals or treatment which is not normally covered under the applicable benefit contract or plan. If it is determined that an insured who selected or is otherwise covered by the option provided in subsection d. of this section did not have such health coverage in effect at the time of an accident, medical expense benefits shall be payable by the person's automobile insurer and shall be subject to any deductible required by law or otherwise selected as an option pursuant to subsection a. of this section, any copayment required by law and an additional deductible in the amount of $750. An option elected by the named insured in accordance with this section shall apply only to the named insured and any resident relative in the named insured's household who is not a named insured under another automobile insurance policy, and not to any other person eligible for personal injury protection benefits required to be provided in accordance with section 4 of P.L.1972, c.70 (C.39:6A-4). Medical expense benefits payable in any amount between the deductible selected pursuant to subsection a. of this section and $5,000.00 shall be subject to the copayment provided in the policy, if any. No insurer or health provider providing benefits to an insured who has elected a deductible pursuant to subsection a. of this section shall have a right of subrogation for the amount of benefits paid pursuant to a deductible elected thereunder or any applicable copayment. The Commissioner of Banking and Insurance shall adopt rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this section and may promulgate standards applicable to the coordination of personal injury protection medical expense benefits coverage. L.1983,c.362,s.13; amended 1984, c.40, s.1; 1988, c.119, s.38; 1990, c.8, s.6; 1997, c.151, s.32; 1998, c.21, s.7; 1998, c.22, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 39:4-38 — NJ Code / Title 39 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-38
Vehicles travelling upon street car route to give way to street car; intersections; overtaking and passing street cars
Status: in_force

The driver or person in control of a vehicle traveling upon a regular street car route, and proceeding so as to obstruct the passage of the street car, shall immediately upon signal from the person in control thereof, give way thereto. When a street car has lawfully entered and is crossing an intersection, no driver of a vehicle shall drive upon or across the car tracks within the intersection in front of the street car when there is hazard of a collision. The driver of a vehicle upon overtaking and passing a street car shall not turn in front of such street car so as to interfere with or impede its movement. Amended by L.1951, c. 23, p. 75, s. 28.