New Jersey § 24:21-37
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 24:21-37, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24:21-37.
a. It shall not be necessary for the State to negate any exemption or exception set
forth in this act in any complaint, information, indictment or other pleading or in
any trial, hearing, or other proceeding under this act, and the burden of proof of
any such exemption or exception shall be upon the person claiming its benefit. b. In the absence of proof that a person is the duly authorized holder of an appropriate
registration or order form issued under this act, he shall be presumed not to be the
holder of such registration or form, and the burden of proof shall be upon him to
rebut such presumption. c. No liability shall be imposed by virtue of this act upon any duly authorized State
officer, engaged in the enforcement of this act, who shall be engaged in the enforcement
of any law or municipal ordinance relating to controlled dangerous substances.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 24:21-37
What does New Jersey Statutes § 24:21-37 cover?
Section 24:21-37 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 § 24:21-37?
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