New Jersey § 3a:7-23
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3a:7-23, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3a:7-23.
If any bond given by a fiduciary is forfeited and prosecuted to judgment in any court
of record, and it is made to appear to the superior court, or as provided in section 3A:7-22 of this title, the county court, by petition filed by any surety against whom judgment
has been rendered upon such bond, that the damages sustained by the nonperformance
of the condition of such bond, together with costs of action and execution fees thereon,
have been fully satisfied so far as such surety shall have been able to ascertain
such damages, the court, upon application of such surety, may make an order directing
such surety to give public notice to all persons aggrieved by the forfeiture of such
bond, to bring in their debts, demands and claims against the estate in charge of
the fiduciary, under oath within 3 months from the date of such order. Such notice shall be advertised, commencing within 20 days of the date of the order,
for 6 weeks successively, once in each week, in 1 or more of the newspapers of this
state, as may be directed in the order. Any further notice, if the court may deem it necessary, shall also be given.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3a:7-23
What does New Jersey Statutes § 3a:7-23 cover?
Section 3a:7-23 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:7-23?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 3a:7-23" (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:7-23 apply to my situation?
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