New Jersey § 2a:154-6
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:154-6, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:154-6.
Full-time law enforcement officers employed by the Department of the Interior as park
police who are empowered to effect an arrest with or without a warrant for violations
of the United States Code and who are authorized to carry firearms in the performance
of their duties shall be empowered to act as an officer for the arrest of offenders
against the laws of this State: a. where the person reasonably believes that a crime of the first, second, or third
degree is or is about to be committed or attempted in his presence; and b. where the person reasonably believes that a crime of the fourth degree, a disorderly
persons offense, a petty disorderly persons offense, or a violation of Title 39 of
the Revised Statutes is or is about to be committed or attempted in his presence on
Ellis Island or in Liberty State Park within 500 feet of the ferry terminal serving
passengers bound for the Statue of Liberty National Monument or Ellis Island or in
Liberty State Park within 500 feet of the access bridge to Ellis Island while that
officer is in performance of his official duties.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:154-6
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:154-6 cover?
Section 2a:154-6 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 § 2a:154-6?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:154-6" (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 § 2a:154-6 apply to my situation?
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