New Jersey § 59:7a-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 59:7a-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59:7a-1.
a. As used in this act “ community service ” means services, work or similar acts ordered by a court of competent jurisdiction
to be performed by an offender as part of a sentence, penalty or other disposition
imposed for the violation of a statute or ordinance. b. Notwithstanding any provisions of law to the contrary: (1) A county or municipality shall not be liable in any civil action for damages to
an offender or any other person arising out of and in the course of the performance
of community service; and (2) A county or municipality shall not be subject to any law governing the provision
of labor, workers' compensation, conditions of employment or insurance with respect
to an offender performing community service. c. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to grant immunity if the damages suffered
by an offender or any other person were caused by a willful, wanton, or grossly negligent
act of commission or omission by a county or municipality. d. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to grant immunity to a county or municipality
for damages resulting from the negligent operation of a motor vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 59:7a-1
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Section 59:7a-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.
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