New Jersey § 2a:19-3
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:19-3, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:19-3.
If any person being insolvent or in contemplation of insolvency shall, within 4 months
before the making of a general assignment, and with the intention of preferring any
creditor or person under liability for him, mortgage, pledge, assign, pay or transfer
any of his property, or procure or suffer any of his property to be taken, attached
or levied upon, or any lien or encumbrance to be acquired thereon by legal process
or otherwise, such preferential transaction shall be void as against the assignee. The assignee may recover the property given by way of preference, or the value thereof,
from the person so receiving the same or so benefited thereby.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:19-3
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:19-3 cover?
Section 2a:19-3 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:19-3?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:19-3" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 2a:19-3 apply to my situation?
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