New Jersey § 12a:1-301
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12a:1-301, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12a:1-301.
a. Except as otherwise provided in this section, when a transaction bears a reasonable
relation to this State and also to another state or nation the parties may agree that
the law either of this State or of that other state or nation shall govern their rights
and duties. b. In the absence of an agreement effective under subsection a. of this section, and
except as provided in subsection c. of this section, the Uniform Commercial Code applies
to transactions bearing an appropriate relation to this State. c. If one of the following provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code specifies the
applicable law, that provision governs and a contrary agreement is effective only
to the extent permitted by the law so specified: (1) section 12A:2-402 ; (2) sections 12A:2A-105 and 12A:2A-106 ; (3) section 12A:4-102 ; (4) section 12A:4A-507 ; (5) section 12A:5-116 ; (6) section 12A:8-110 ; (7) sections 12A:9-301 through 12A:9-307 .
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12a:1-301
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12a:1-301 cover?
Section 12a:1-301 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 § 12a:1-301?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 12a:1-301" (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 § 12a:1-301 apply to my situation?
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