New Jersey § 12a:9-205
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12a:9-205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12a:9-205.
(a) When security interest not invalid or fraudulent. A security interest is not invalid or fraudulent against creditors solely because: (1) the debtor has the right or ability to: (A) use, commingle, or dispose of all or part of the collateral, including returned or
repossessed goods; (B) collect, compromise, enforce, or otherwise deal with collateral; (C) accept the return of collateral or make repossessions; or (D) use, commingle, or dispose of proceeds; or (2) the secured party fails to require the debtor to account for proceeds or replace
collateral. (b) Requirements of possession not relaxed. This section does not relax the requirements of possession if attachment, perfection,
or enforcement of a security interest depends upon possession of the collateral by
the secured party.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12a:9-205
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12a:9-205 cover?
Section 12a:9-205 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.
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