New Jersey § 5:5-69
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-69, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5:5-69.
Any person, partnership, association or corporation holding or conducting, or any
person or persons aiding or abetting in the holding or conducting of any meeting within
the State of New Jersey, at which the racing of horses shall be permitted for any
stake, purse or reward, except in accordance with a permit duly issued by the commission
as herein provided, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be
punished for each such offense by a fine of not less than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00)
and not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) or by imprisonment in the county
jail or workhouse for not more than one year, or by both such fine and imprisonment. For the purpose of this section, each day of horse racing in violation of the provisions
of this act shall be considered a separate and distinct offense. All fines paid into court by any person, partnership, association or corporation
found guilty of violating this section shall be transmitted and paid over by the clerk
of the court to the said commission.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 5:5-69
What does New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-69 cover?
Section 5:5-69 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 § 5:5-69?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 5:5-69 apply to my situation?
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