New Jersey § 9:2-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 9:2-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9:2-5.
In case of the death of the parent to whom the care and custody of the minor children
shall have been awarded by the Superior Court, or in the case of the death of the
parent in whose custody the children actually are, when the parents have been living
separate and no award as to the custody of such children has been made, the care and
custody of such minor children shall not revert to the surviving parent without an
order or judgment of the Superior Court to that effect. The Superior Court shall have the right, in an action brought by a guardian ad litem
on behalf of the children, to appoint such friend or other suitable person, guardian
of such minor children, and shall have the right to remove such guardian, and to appoint
a new guardian or guardians, and to make such judgments and orders, from time to time,
as the circumstances of the case and the benefit of the children shall require.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 9:2-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 9:2-5 cover?
Section 9:2-5 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 § 9:2-5?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 9:2-5" (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?
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How does New Jersey § 9:2-5 apply to my situation?
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