New Jersey § 5:5-22
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-22, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5:5-22.
There is hereby created and established a New Jersey Racing Commission, hereinafter
referred to as the commission, which commission shall be vested with and possessed
of the powers and duties in this act specified , including the duty, when consistent with the commission's primary duty of regulating
horse racing, to advocate the growth, development and promotion of the horse racing
industry in this State , and also the powers necessary or proper to enable it to carry out fully and effectually
all the provisions and purposes of this act. The jurisdiction, powers and duties of the commission herein created and established
shall extend under this act to any and all persons, partnerships, associations or
corporations which shall hereafter hold or conduct any meeting within the State of
New Jersey whereat horse racing shall be permitted for any stake, purse or reward. As used in this act (a) Horse racing, horse race meeting or race meeting shall be construed to mean and
include running and harness racing of horses. (b) Running racing or running races shall be construed to mean and include only any
racing of horses in which the horses competing or participating are mounted by a jockey. (c) Harness racing or harness races shall be construed to mean and include only any
racing of horses in which the horses competing or participating are harnessed to a
sulky, carriage or similar vehicle and are not mounted by a jockey.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 5:5-22
What does New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-22 cover?
Section 5:5-22 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 § 5:5-22?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 5:5-22 apply to my situation?
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