New Jersey § 2a:14-9
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:14-9, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:14-9.
Where a person other than a defendant in attachment or execution lays claim to personal
property attached, levied upon, taken or sold by a sheriff or other officer, by virtue
of a writ of attachment or execution issuing out of any court of this state, no action
shall lie or be brought by the claimant against such sheriff or other officer, either
in his official or individual capacity, or against the agent of or person acting for
him, to enforce the claim against the sheriff or other officer, agent or person, for
such attachment, levy, taking or sale, or to recover the proceeds of such a sale,
unless the same is commenced within 2 months from the time the claimant delivers a
written notice of his claim to the sheriff or other officer, his attorney or agent. If no such written notice has been delivered to him, the sheriff or other officer
may give written notice of the attachment, levy, taking or sale to any person who
he may have reason to suppose claims, or before a sale claimed, the property so attached,
levied upon, taken or sold; and such person shall thereupon, and within 2 months
from the receipt by him of such notice, bring his action against the sheriff or other
officer, or the agent or person acting for him, for the enforcement of his claim,
or for damages for such attachment, levy, taking or sale, or for the proceeds of such
a sale, or be forever thereafter barred therefrom. This section shall not be construed to affect in any way the liability of any person
except such sheriff or officer, in his official capacity and personally, and the agent
of such sheriff or officer.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:14-9
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:14-9 cover?
Section 2a:14-9 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 § 2a:14-9?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:14-9" (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 § 2a:14-9 apply to my situation?
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