New Jersey § 47:1-16
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 47:1-16, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47:1-16.
a. No person, including any public or private entity, shall print or display in any
manner an individual's Social Security number on any document intended for public
recording with any county recording authority. b. Whenever a document is presented for public recording with any county recording
authority and that document displays a person's Social Security number, the recording
authority shall delete, strike, obliterate or otherwise expunge that number prior
to recording the document. The fact that such a document is recorded without deleting, striking, obliterating
or otherwise expunging that Social Security number shall not render the document invalid,
void, voidable or in any way defective. c. The provisions of this section shall not be applicable to a document originating
with any court or taxing authority, any document that when filed by law constitutes
a non-consensual lien against an individual, any publicly recorded document that is
required by law to contain a Social Security number, or any document filed with or
recorded by a County Surrogate. d. The county recording authority shall not be liable for any claims arising from
a violation of this act.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 47:1-16
What does New Jersey Statutes § 47:1-16 cover?
Section 47:1-16 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 § 47:1-16?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 47:1-16" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 47:1-16 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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