New Jersey § 12:4-19
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12:4-19, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12:4-19.
When a vessel navigating the Delaware river shall collide with a vessel lying at anchor
and having a light on board as required by section 12:4-18 of this title, the officer having charge of the vessel so navigating the river shall
be liable to the owner of the vessel lying at anchor for all damages sustained by
reason of the collision. Such damages shall be sued for by the owner of the vessel so lying at anchor and
the officer having charge of the navigating vessel shall be debarred from recovering
any damage he may have sustained from the collision. The officer serving the summons or other process may seize and keep in custody the
vessel which collided with the vessel at anchor, to abide the judgment of the court,
at the costs and charges of the party offending, but such party may have the vessel
released upon giving satisfactory security to the court before whom the action may
be brought.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12:4-19
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12:4-19 cover?
Section 12:4-19 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 § 12:4-19?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 12:4-19" (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 § 12:4-19 apply to my situation?
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