New Jersey § 2a:17-51
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:17-51, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:17-51.
On presentation of the execution mentioned in section 2A:17-50 of this title by the officer to whom delivered, for collection to the person or persons
from whom such wages, debts, earnings, salary, income from trust funds or profits
are due and owing, or thereafter become due and owing to the judgment debtor, such
execution shall become a lien and a continuing levy upon the wages, debts, earnings,
salary, income from trust funds or profits due or to become due to such judgment debtor
to the amount specified therein.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:17-51
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:17-51 cover?
Section 2a:17-51 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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