New Jersey § 24:21-40
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 24:21-40, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24:21-40.
a. Prosecutions for any violation of law occurring prior to the effective date of
this act shall not be affected or abated by the repealers contained in section 47
of this act. 1 b. Civil seizures or forfeitures and injunctive proceedings commenced prior to the
effective date of this act shall not be affected or abated by the repealers contained
in section 47 of this act. c. All administrative proceedings pending before any enforcing authority on the effective
date of this act shall be continued and brought to final determination in accord with
laws and regulations in effect prior to the effective date of this act. Such drugs placed under control prior to the effective date of this act which are
not listed within Schedules I through IV 2 shall automatically be controlled and listed in the appropriate schedule. d. The provisions of this act shall be applicable to violations of law, seizures and
forfeiture, injunctive proceedings, administrative proceedings and investigations
which occur following its effective date. 1
N.J.S.A. § 24:21-45. 2
N.J.S.A. §§ 24:21-5 to 24:21-8.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 24:21-40
What does New Jersey Statutes § 24:21-40 cover?
Section 24:21-40 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 § 24:21-40?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 24:21-40" (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?
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How does New Jersey § 24:21-40 apply to my situation?
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