New Jersey § 12a:7-203

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12a:7-203, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 12a:7-203.

A party to or purchaser for value in good faith of a document of title, other than

a bill of lading, that relies upon the description of the goods in the document may

recover from the issuer damages caused by the nonreceipt or misdescription of the

goods, except to the extent that: a. The document conspicuously indicates that the issuer does not know whether all

or part of the goods in fact were received or conform to the description, such as

a case in which the description is in terms of marks or labels or kind, quantity,

or condition, or the receipt or description is qualified by “contents, condition,

and quality unknown,” “said to contain,” or words of similar import, if the indication

is true; or b. The party or purchaser otherwise has notice of the nonreceipt or misdescription.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12a:7-203

What does New Jersey Statutes § 12a:7-203 cover?

Section 12a:7-203 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:7-203?

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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?

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How does New Jersey § 12a:7-203 apply to my situation?

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