New Jersey § 12a:2-302
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12a:2-302, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12a:2-302.
(1) If the court as a matter of law finds the contract or any clause of the contract
to have been unconscionable at the time it was made the court may refuse to enforce
the contract, or it may enforce the remainder of the contract without the unconscionable
clause, or it may so limit the application of any unconscionable clause as to avoid
any unconscionable result. (2) When it is claimed or appears to the court that the contract or any clause thereof
may be unconscionable the parties shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to present
evidence as to its commercial setting, purpose and effect to aid the court in making
the determination.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12a:2-302
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12a:2-302 cover?
Section 12a:2-302 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 12a:2-302?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 12a:2-302" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 12a:2-302 apply to my situation?
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