New Jersey § 23:4-20
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 23:4-20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23:4-20.
No person shall have in possession, sell or offer for sale a game bird or game animal
enumerated in this chapter, after the same has been caught or trapped by means of
a snare, snood, net, trap or other device, or set a snare, snood, net, trap or other
device for catching or trapping the same, under a penalty of twenty dollars for each
bird or animal so had in possession, sold or exposed for sale, or for any trap or
snare so set. The penalties provided herein for the possession of such game shall not apply to
a dealer in or purchaser of any rabbit or hare upon proof that the rabbit or hare
was not trapped in this state.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 23:4-20
What does New Jersey Statutes § 23:4-20 cover?
Section 23:4-20 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 § 23:4-20?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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