New Jersey § 13:9-19
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-19, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13:9-19.
In any district for which firewardens have been appointed under the provisions of
this chapter, no person shall set fire to or cause to be set on fire in any manner
whatsoever; or to start fires anywhere and permit them to spread to forests, thereby
causing damage to or threat to life or property, either accidentally or otherwise,
directly or indirectly, in person or by agent, or cause to be burned waste, fallows,
stumps, logs, brush, dry grass, fallen timber or any property, material, or vegetation
being grown thereon, or anything that may cause a forest fire, without first obtaining
the written permission of the department. Within the designated protection area this requirement supersedes any law, rule,
regulation or ordinance inconsistent therewith. No such permission shall be granted if, in the department's opinion, any forest
will be endangered thereby; or if it violates the air pollution statutes; nor shall
any such permission, if granted, relieve or exonerate any person from any penalties
provided by this chapter, if by reason of such wildfire, any forest be burned.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 13:9-19
What does New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-19 cover?
Section 13:9-19 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 § 13:9-19?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-19" (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 § 13:9-19 apply to my situation?
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