New Jersey § 12:3-38
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12:3-38, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12:3-38.
The board of commerce and navigation may, upon petition of any riparian owner, investigate
the facts relative to any lease or grant of riparian lands purporting to have theretofore
been made under authority of any legislative act for the purpose of determining whether
or not it is equitable and just that a confirmatory lease or grant shall be made to
ratify and confirm to the petitioner the title to lands under water adjacent to the
ripa of the petitioner and within the area of lands covered by a prior lease or grant
through which the petitioner claims title to the lands under water for which a confirmatory
lease or grant is required.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12:3-38
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12:3-38 cover?
Section 12:3-38 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 § 12:3-38?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 12:3-38" (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 § 12:3-38 apply to my situation?
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