New Jersey § 16:1-39
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 16:1-39, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16:1-39.
When any parish, congregation, society, church, chapel, mission, or religious, benevolent
or educational institution in connection with any such governing body owning any property
becomes extinct, by reason of the death or removal of its members, the trustees of
such diocesan convention or other governing body may take possession of the temporalities
and property belonging to such extinct organization and manage and apply the same
to the uses and purposes of the church or religious denomination to which such extinct
organization belonged, in the locality in which such extinct church or organization
was located.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 16:1-39
What does New Jersey Statutes § 16:1-39 cover?
Section 16:1-39 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 § 16:1-39?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 16:1-39" (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 § 16:1-39 apply to my situation?
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