New Jersey § 59:5-2
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 59:5-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59:5-2.
Neither a public entity nor a public employee is liable for: a. An injury resulting from the parole or release of a prisoner or from the terms
and conditions of his parole or release or from the revocation of his parole or release ; b. any injury caused by: (1) an escaping or escaped prisoner; (2) an escaping or escaped person; (3) a person resisting arrest or evading arrest ; (4) a prisoner to any other prisoner ; or c. any injury resulting from or caused by a law enforcement officer's pursuit of a
person .
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 59:5-2
What does New Jersey Statutes § 59:5-2 cover?
Section 59:5-2 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 § 59:5-2?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 59:5-2 apply to my situation?
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