New Jersey § 51:4-1

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 51:4-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 51:4-1.

No person, firm, partnership, association or corporation, their agents and servants,

shall store, expose or offer for sale, or sell, or aid or assist in the sale of, any

liquid fuel, lubricating oil, or other similar products, so as to deceive, or tend

to deceive any purchaser as to the nature, quality or identity thereof by false representation,

or by substitution, mixing or adulteration, or by the use of false or fictitious names,

or by the use of disguised, camouflaged or falsely labeled containers, tanks, pumps

or other distributing equipment, or by imitating the design, symbol or trade name

under which recognized brands of such products are generally marketed. Any person may, however, in good faith adopt and use a trade name, or distinguishing

mark, not deceitfully similar to one already in general use by any manufacturer of

such products.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 51:4-1

What does New Jersey Statutes § 51:4-1 cover?

Section 51:4-1 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 § 51:4-1?

A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 51:4-1" (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 § 51:4-1 apply to my situation?

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