New Jersey § 56:3-20
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 56:3-20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56:3-20.
No person or corporation, other than the owner or proprietor, of a name, mark or other
device mentioned in section 56:3-15 of this title, shall fill or cause to be filled with any of the articles or products
mentioned in said section 56:3-15 , or shall sell, buy, give, take, possess, use, dispose of or traffic in, any bottle,
container or receptacle enumerated in said section 56:3-15 which is so marked or distinguished with or by any name, mark or device, a description
of which has been filed as provided by section 56:3-16 of this title; nor shall any person or corporation deface, obliterate, destroy,
cover up, or otherwise remove or conceal any such name, mark or device on any such
bottle, container or receptacle, without the written consent of the owner or proprietor
thereof, unless the same has been purchased from such owner or proprietor. No person or corporation, to whom or to which any of the articles or products mentioned
in section 56:3-15 of this title has been delivered in any of the bottles, containers or receptacles
mentioned in said section 56:3-15 by the owners or proprietors thereof, shall be deemed to have violated the provisions
of this article by having in his possession any such marked receptacles, unless such
person or corporation retains such bottles, containers or receptacles for a period
longer than is reasonably necessary after the contents placed therein by the owner
or proprietor thereof have been removed therefrom.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 56:3-20
What does New Jersey Statutes § 56:3-20 cover?
Section 56:3-20 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 § 56:3-20?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 56:3-20" (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 § 56:3-20 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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