New Jersey § 2a:156a-17

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:156a-17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2a:156a-17.

a. Any investigative or law enforcement officer or other person who, by any means

authorized by this act, has obtained knowledge of the contents of any wire , electronic or oral communication, or evidence derived therefrom, may disclose or use such contents

or evidence to investigative or law enforcement officers of this or another state,

any of its political subdivisions, or of the United States to the extent that such

disclosure or use is appropriate to the proper performance of the official duties of the officer making or receiving the disclosure . b. Any person who, by any means authorized by this act, has obtained any information

concerning any wire , electronic or oral communication or evidence derived therefrom intercepted in accordance with

the provisions of this act, may disclose the contents of such communications or derivative

evidence while giving testimony under oath or affirmation in any criminal proceeding

in any court of this or another state or of the United States or before any federal

or State grand jury; provided, however, that the contents of any wire , electronic or oral communication may be initially disclosed solely through the use of the testimony

of a witness to such communication or the actual recording of the communication. c. The contents of any intercepted wire , electronic or oral communication, or evidence derived therefrom, may otherwise be disclosed

or used only upon a showing of good cause before a court of competent jurisdiction.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:156a-17

What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:156a-17 cover?

Section 2a:156a-17 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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