New Jersey § 13:9-20
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13:9-20.
No person shall, unless granted a permit by the department, set fire to or burn, or
cause to be burned, any forest, but nothing in this section shall be interpreted to
forbid any person from setting a back fire upon his own property to protect the same;
but, if such permitted back fire be allowed to escape or does escape to adjoining
property, the person setting such back fire, or causing it to be set, shall be subject
to costs of extinguishment and all damage incurred upon the property of another. Any firewarden, however, shall have power to set any back fire. Any person maintaining a recreational fire or a permitted fire or a fire to burn
any brush, grass, litter, undergrowth or other material shall keep and maintain a
competent watch. All reasonable precautions must be taken to prevent its escape from control. No such fire shall be left until extinguished or certified by a firewarden to be
safely contained.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 13:9-20
What does New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-20 cover?
Section 13:9-20 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 § 13:9-20?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-20" (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 § 13:9-20 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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