New Jersey § 14a:13-20
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 14a:13-20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14a:13-20.
a. No foreign corporation carrying on any activity or owning or maintaining any property
in this State which has not obtained a certificate of authority to do business in
this State and disclaims liability for the corporation business tax and the corporation
income tax shall maintain any action or proceeding in any State or Federal court in
New Jersey, until such corporation shall have filed a timely notice of business activities
report. b. The failure of a foreign corporation to file a timely report shall prevent the
use of the courts in this State for all contracts executed and all causes of action
that arose at any time prior to the end of the last accounting period for which the
corporation failed to file a required timely report. c. The court in which the issues arise shall be granted the power to excuse the corporation
for failure to file a report when due, and restore the right of access to the courts
in this State. Such failure to file a report shall be excusable where the court finds the corporation
has sustained the burden of establishing that (1) the failure to file a timely report was done in ignorance of the requirement to
file, such ignorance was reasonable in all circumstances; and (2) all taxes, interest and civil penalties due the State for all periods have been
paid, or provided for by adequate security or bond approved by the director, before
the suit may proceed.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 14a:13-20
What does New Jersey Statutes § 14a:13-20 cover?
Section 14a:13-20 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 § 14a:13-20?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 14a:13-20" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 14a:13-20 apply to my situation?
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