New Jersey § 12:8-8

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12:8-8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 12:8-8.

The maritime pilots shall provide vessels or aircraft to embark and disembark maritime

pilots to and from vessels required to take a maritime pilot. The general location and type of vessels or aircraft shall be approved by the commission

after consultation with the maritime pilots and Commissioners of Pilotage of the State

of New York. Maritime pilots assigned to inbound vessels or vessels operating on the waters

of this State or boundary waters of this State and the state of New York are not entitled

to their discharge until the vessel has arrived at a safe anchorage or is secure in

a berth. Maritime pilots assigned to outbound vessels are not entitled to their discharge

until the vessel has been brought to a safe anchorage or has reached the pilot station

or a point substantially seaward of the sea buoys, or, upon their removal, of the

entrance buoys, for Ambrose or Sandy Hook channels.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12:8-8

What does New Jersey Statutes § 12:8-8 cover?

Section 12:8-8 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 § 12:8-8?

A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 12:8-8" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.

How does New Jersey § 12:8-8 apply to my situation?

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