New Jersey § 12:4-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12:4-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12:4-5.
Whenever a boat, barge or scow is stranded or sunk in any of the navigable waters
of this state and left remaining for a period of thirty days by the owners or persons
having the same in charge, the board of chosen freeholders of the county within the
bounds of which the boat, barge or scow is sunken or stranded shall, on written notice
to them by six freeholders residing in the county that such boat, barge or scow is
obstructing the free navigation of the river, investigate the same. If in the opinion of the board of chosen freeholders the boat, barge or scow does
or is likely to obstruct the navigation, they shall give notice to the owners or persons
having the same last in charge, if their residence is known, that the boat, barge
or scow is a nuisance and must be removed within thirty days thereafter. If their residence is unknown, public notice shall be given to the like effect by
advertising the same in any newspaper published and circulating in the county where
the barge, boat or scow may lie.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12:4-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12:4-5 cover?
Section 12:4-5 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 § 12:4-5?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 12:4-5 apply to my situation?
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