New Jersey § 13:9-52
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-52, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13:9-52.
Notwithstanding the provisions of any other law to the contrary: Whenever, by reason of drought, the forests of the State are in danger of fires, the
commissioner shall have the authority to forbid by proclamation any person or persons,
except those authorized by such proclamation, from entering forests in such parts
of the State as the department deems the public interest requires, and may by such
proclamation suspend or curtail any open season for taking fish, game birds, game
animals and furbearing animals, or any of them, therein. Such proclamation shall be in effect at such time as the commissioner may determine
after notice is given in the manner the commissioner may determine and remain in force
and effect until rescinded by the commissioner. It shall be unlawful for any person or persons, except those authorized by written
permission of the commissioner, to enter such forests while such proclamation shall
be in effect.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 13:9-52
What does New Jersey Statutes § 13:9-52 cover?
Section 13:9-52 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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