New Jersey § 38:17-4
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 38:17-4, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38:17-4.
The expense of the burial or cremation and headstone shall be borne and paid by the
county in which the deceased shall be resident at the time of death, up to a cost
of $250. The State shall provide additional funds for such expenses, if necessary, through
an annual appropriation and subject to the availability of funds. The total cost shall not exceed $1,250 for burial or cremation. If in any county there is located a home or other institution for the use, care, shelter
and maintenance of such veterans not supported by the county, such county shall not
be liable for the burial or cremation expenses and headstones of the deceased, unless
the deceased was a bona fide resident of such county at the time of his admission
to such home or institution, but the county in which he was resident at the time of
his admission to such home or institution shall defray, bear and pay the cost of such
burial or cremation and headstones. This section shall apply only to deceased indigent veterans who were discharged under
conditions other than dishonorable. For the purposes of this section: “ Indigent ” shall mean a person who has an income that is below 200 percent of the federal poverty
level; and “ Poverty level ” shall mean the official poverty level based on family size established and adjusted
under Section 673(2) of Subtitle B. of the federal “Community Services Block Grant
Act,” Pub.L.97-35 ( 42 U.S.C. s.9902(2) ).
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 38:17-4
What does New Jersey Statutes § 38:17-4 cover?
Section 38:17-4 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.
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