New Jersey § 3a:7-2
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3a:7-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3a:7-2.
When a will nominating an executor or devising or bequeathing property to a trustee
by its terms requires the executor or trustee to give bond but is silent as to who
shall be the obligee in the bond, the superior court of this state may be made the
obligee therein and the bond shall be approved as to amount and sureties by, and filed
with, the surrogate of the county wherein the will was probated, unless the will was
probated before the superior court, in which case the bond shall, after approval,
be filed with the clerk thereof. If forfeited, the bond may be prosecuted and the money recovered thereon be applied,
all as in the case of other bonds of fiduciaries given to the superior court.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3a:7-2
What does New Jersey Statutes § 3a:7-2 cover?
Section 3a:7-2 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 § 3a:7-2?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 3a:7-2" (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 § 3a:7-2 apply to my situation?
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